NEW YORK – A new study indicates consumers prefer opt-in mobile advertising over traditional digital ads like pre-roll and display by a nearly 2-1 margin (54 percent versus 29 percent). A separate but related study found opt-in mobile advertising delivers a significant lift in...

PENNSAUKEN, N.J. – Williams Trading Co.’s 2017 lingerie collection brings together more than 100 new sensual fashions created by top-line manufacturers. “Four manufacturers worked diligently with us to bring their latest designs at the best price to the adult market: Allure,...

LAS VEGAS – As is always the case following a transition of Presidential power in Washington, here at the dawn of 2017 the adult industry finds itself wondering what the years ahead might bring in terms of increased obscenity prosecution, new regulations, or yet another revision...

LONDON – File this under “Duh.” A new study seems to confirm what everyone already suspected: In times of stress, anxiety or depression, women raid the fridge and men seek out sex or pornography. Researchers at University College London say the gender-divergent behaviors define...

SAN FRANCISCO – One of the great frustrations of someone who writes about the adult industry from within it comes in reading articles about the same subjects written by people on the outside looking in. Among other things, I’m consistently mystified by the credulity of...

PHOENIX – Migliori, a premium silicone-based lubricant enriched with vitamins, has debuted. Targeting the luxury market, Migliori offers a high-end alternative to traditional silicone lube and is strategically packaged to appeal to shoppers seeking a sleek, modern look and silky...

TOKYO – A Japanese attorney may face disciplinary action after representing a production studio in a lawsuit against a woman who refused to perform in porn. According to documents filed in the subject lawsuit, the production company sought 24.6 million yen (about U.S. $218,000)...

SEATTLE – Feeling raunchy? Kheper Games has your back. The company’s newest party game, Acts of Insanity, promises “hours of offensive fun” for four to 12 players. According to Kheper Chief Executive Officer Brian Pellham, Acts of Insanity combines an adult version of the classic...

LAS VEGAS – The 34th annual AVN Awards winners were feted Saturday night inside The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. Much like the Academy Awards in the mainstream, the AVN Awards recognize the best productions, people and products as determined by a panel of industry...

COLORADO SPRINGS – The first time I heard the voice of James Hetfield, it was growl-shouting the words “Lashing out the action, returning the reaction / Weak are ripped and torn away / Hypnotizing power, crushing all that cower / Battery is here to stay!” Soon, evidently, I’ll be...