This week’s news round up includes Kayne West’s wizardly studio plans to win back Bianca, an adult industry takeover of Bravo and Peacock’s “Below Deck”, creator tips from MelRose Michaels, a new study on the impact of age-verification laws, and a documentary behind “Gay-for-Pay”. Plus we explore the Columbian camming industry, Ana Foxxx’s new film, an adult film production moratorium due to an HIV+ test, and more in the world of adult entertainment.

INDUSTRY:

A new study reveals just how much age-verification laws are shaking up the online adult industry: compliant sites are seeing a 51% drop in traffic, VPN searches are up 23.6%, and noncompliant platforms are enjoying a 48.1% spike in visitors. Someone’s splurging on lobster-covered sushi with all those extra ad dollars. [GQ]

PASS, the adult industry health organization, has initiated a temporary production hold to prevent HIV transmission, asking all professionals to pause sexual content involving fluid exchange until the hold is lifted. This decision was made in response to an adult film performer testing positive for HIV, as the organization took all necessary precautions to prevent further transmission within the industry. (The hold has since been lifted and productions continue.) [XBIZ]

In a country-wide shutdown, the company behind top adult sites like Pornhub, YouPorn, and RedTube is blocking access in France to tackle the age-check conundrum, and Reddit may be next. [NTD | AVN]

On a Sunday in central London, “Adult Entertainment”, curated by James Massiah and featuring Adwoa Aboah, saw the lively crowd at Flute Bar electrified by Shon Faye's poignant reading from her memoir "Love In Exile," which delves into the stark realities of being a trans woman in a world that often fears the visibly queer. [Vouge UK]

In 2025, AI is turning the sex doll scene into a futuristic love fest with chatty, emotionally savvy dolls that wiggle and giggle their way into your heart, redefining companionship like never before. [Siliconwives]

STUDIO:

Bravo TV spices things up with its behind-the-scenes chaos in "Beyond the Deck: Boys On Board" featuring CAM4's finest, promising juicy live confessions and exclusive yacht adventures. The show airs on Below Deck from June 16 to 23 on Bravo and Peacock. [AVN]

Kanye West has an airtight plan to win back Bianca Censori, offering her 50% of his new adult studio. This kinky new venture should come to no surprise to Nicki Minaj and Daft Punk, who have reportedly experienced his voyeuristic habits to get his creative juices flowing in the studio. [The Things]

A new online mini documentary by All Out examines the operations of a "*orn Star University," where renowned OnlyFans creator Andy Lee collaborates with heterosexual men to create gay adult content. [The Pink News]

MODELS:

Ana Foxxx stars in Elegant Angel's "A Night Out," directed by Mad Creativity. Ana plays a newly single woman who, encouraged by her sister, ends up at a bar in a new red dress and spends a seductive night with Chad Alva. [XBIZ]

Ana Foxxx photo credit Holly Randall Photography

Catch the mesmerizing Anastasia Doll in a scintillating array of steamy girl-on-girl encounters that promise to ignite your screens with unbridled passion and electrifying chemistry, exclusively from Harmony Films. [AVN]

Penthouse celebrates June 2025 with Kira Shine, a petite model with a mix of Japanese and Mexican allure who brings her sparkling personality and stunning elegance to the iconic magazine as the Pet of the Month. [AVN]

In "Stop Faking It: How To Actually Gain Real Confidence Filming Content," MelRose Michaels shares effective strategies to build genuine on-camera confidence, emphasizing the importance of preparation, embracing awkwardness, and analyzing feedback for growth. [SexWorkCEO]

María Alejandra Prado, an amputee facing limited job opportunities for people with physical disabilities in Colombia, has successfully supported herself and her daughter over the past three years by creating adult content, contributing to a $600 million webcam industry with roughly 300,000 creators. [Latin American Post]

Rose Vega from "90 Day Fiancé" has launched an OnlyFans account, inviting fans to explore her "spicy" content. She says, "I feel more confident and sexy than ever, and I want to share that side with you." [Abs-Cbn]
As a follow up on sleeping with 1,000 in 12 hours, Bonnie Blue has made headlines once again with her daring event titled “Bonnie Blue’s Petting Zoo,” where she would have been naked and tied up in a glass box. Her bold goal was 2,000 men. Although these plans have been canceled, the buzz around what she will do next has yet to fade. Blue remains silent on the matter, [VICE]

Legal:

In June the U.S. Supreme Court will be deliberating a Texas law requiring age verification for access to sexually explicit websites. The case, Free Speech Coalition v. Paxton, could impact how states regulate digital content access and precipitate deeper governmental intrusion. [NYSBA]
Despite promises of enhanced protections and safer environments under Washington's new "strippers bill of rights," adult dancers like Madison Keevy and Madison Zack-Wu are facing continued exploitation through clubs' use of loopholes, such as the controversial revenue share model. [Seattle Times]