Articles by XBIZ Editors
FSC Releases Updated Age Verification Toolkit
The Free Speech Coalition (FSC) has announced the release of its updated age verification toolkit.
Vanna Bardot Slithers Into the Spotlight in X3 Magazine
Twice-crowned XMAs Female Performer of the Year Vanna Bardot headlines the latest issue of X3 magazine, the industry’s premier “authenticity first” publication spotlighting the real personalities, passions, and stories behind today’s top stars.
Op-Ed: The Guardian's XBIZ Amsterdam Podcast Dismisses Creators' Experiences
British newspaper The Guardian’s podcast coverage of XBIZ Amsterdam 2025 purports to investigate the power dynamics of today’s online adult industry. Instead, it ignores creators’ voices, airs tired and outdated preconceptions about the business, and rehashes the unsupported claims of anti-pornography crusaders.
2026 XBIZ Exec Awards Nominees for Online Industry Announced
XBIZ is pleased to announce the nominees for the online industry edition of the 2026 XBIZ Exec Awards, set to be presented as part of the annual XBIZ Honors ceremony on Wednesday, Jan. 14 in conjunction with the XBIZ 2026 digital media conference.
2026 XBIZ Exec Awards Nominees for Retail Industry Announced
XBIZ is pleased to announce the nominees for the retail industry edition of the 2026 XBIZ Exec Awards, set to be presented as part of the annual XBIZ Honors ceremony, presented by SVAKOM and Kaotik Labs, on Sunday, Jan. 11, in conjunction with the pleasure products trade show XBIZ Expo.
GoFundMe Launched for Veteran Lighting Director James 'NoNo' Nono
A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to assist longtime adult industry lighting director James “NoNo” Nono and his wife, Stephanie Ross.
Performer Dino Phillips Passes Away at 55
Performer Dino Phillips has passed away at the age of 55.
Violet Myers, Kazumi to Host 2026 XMAs
The 2026 XMAs, presented by Fansly, will once again light up the historic Hollywood Palladium in January, with multi-XMA award-winning superstars Violet Myers and Kazumi hosting the Adult Industry’s Biggest Night®.
XBIZ 2026 to Debut 'New Talent Go-See' Special Event
XBIZ 2026, North America’s premier adult industry conference, will debut a special event designed to help new talent jump-start their careers: the New Talent Go-See.
2026 XMA Nominations Party Set for Nov. 19 in Hollywood
The 2026 XMA nominations reveal party will take place at Keys on the Sunset Strip on Wednesday, Nov. 19, with red-carpet arrivals starting at 8 p.m.
FSC: California's Device-Based AV Law Does Not Apply to Adult
The Free Speech Coalition (FSC) put out an advisory today explaining that California's new device-based age verification law does not apply to adult websites.
XBIZ 2026 Conference to Debut All-New Company Lounges, Community Track
The event website for XBIZ 2026 is now live, unveiling details for North America’s largest adult industry conference, including two all-new show features: Company Lounges and a Community Track.
2026 XBIZ Exec Awards Pre-Noms Open With Debut of New 'Impact' Honors
XBIZ is pleased to announce that the pre-nomination period for the 2026 XBIZ Exec Awards, the adult industry’s premier career honor, begins today and runs through Oct. 14.
FSC Sets Key Dates, Qualifiers for December Board of Directors Election
The Free Speech Coalition (FSC) today announced key dates and qualifiers for its upcoming Board of Directors election.
XBIZ Expo Website Goes Live, Registration Now Open
The event website for the 2026 XBIZ Expo pleasure product and retail trade show is now live, offering comprehensive information about the upcoming hybrid “3D” edition of the B2B event set to take place Jan. 8-12.
2025 Euro XMA Winners Announced
Winners of the 2025 Euro XMAs, presented by Fansly, were announced during a star-packed ceremony Thursday night, hosted by Little Caprice and Marcello Bravo.
XBIZ Amsterdam to Debut 'Behind the Lens' Screening Series
XBIZ is pleased to announce the debut of “Behind the Lens,” a new screening series at the upcoming XBIZ Amsterdam conference, featuring special screenings followed by conversations with noted directors.
'White Rabbit' Party Headed for XBIZ Amsterdam
XBIZ is pleased to announce the White Rabbit Party, an XBIZ Amsterdam special event set to take place Wednesday, Sept. 3.
2026 XMAs Categories Announced, Pre-Noms Now Open
The official categories for the 2026 XMAs, the Adult Industry’s Biggest Night® presented by Fansly, set for Sunday, Jan. 18 at the historic Hollywood Palladium, have been unveiled, along with the opening of the event’s pre-nomination period.
Hailey Rose Heats Up the Fall Issue of X3 Magazine
2025 XMA Fav Female Performer Hailey Rose headlines the latest issue of X3 magazine, the industry’s premier “authenticity first” publication spotlighting the real personalities, passions and stories behind today’s top creators.
