May
Google Desktop Search May Contain Security Risks, Experts Say
The release of Google’s new Desktop Search function met with a wave of questions this week regarding security risks posed by the ultra-powerful indexing tool. According to experts, there may be inherent security risks when the program is installed on shared computers.
‘Lifeline’ for Broadband May Become Reality
Federal regulators may soon make broadband available at half the cost of basic DSL or cable modem service for low-income and rural customers. Existing federal law “lends itself to being capable of sustaining broadband. Broadband would qualify," an FCC commissioner says.
Australia May Back Industry Awards
The Australian Taxation Office is considering plans to help aid the annual Australian Adult Industry Awards, according to an ATO spokesman.
Playboy.com May Expand Business into Online Dating
On Playboy.com’s 10th anniversary Wednesday, the Playboy Enterprise division said it is considering expanding into the online dating business and will announce that it is seeking the nation’s sexiest McDonald’s employees to pose for the upcoming "Women of McDonald's" online pictorial.
Web-to-TV May Be on Its Way
TV or not TV? — that is the question. Will viewers be able to get the video playing on their TV directly from the Internet, just as many listeners today get their music from the web?
Alexis Fire Accident, May Lose Foot
(SACRAMENTO, CA) -- While rehearsing a dance routine for the Erotic Exotic Ball this October 23, Alexis, who is known for a rough and tumble show, was practicing a dangerous move that went tragic.
Penis-Pump Jurist May Lift Sex Toy Industry
The multibillion-dollar sex toy industry got a rise Thursday on disclosure that even a judge allegedly uses them — on the bench — for pleasure. A complaint says an Oklahoma jurist frequently masturbated and used a penis pump for enhancing erections while his court was in session.
Traffic Trends: May, 2004 – Part 2
In today's conclusion of my wrap-up of the Traffic Trends seminar held at the 2004 Webmaster Access event in Atlanta, we'll take a look at the evolution of legal compliance and its effect on traffic management, several new, alternative traffic sources, and the importance of using DRM as a traffic multiplier:
Traffic Trends: May, 2004 – Part 1
If there's one thing that all adult Webmasters have in common, it's that we all need a constant flow of traffic into our Web sites. There's no surprise then that whenever Webmasters gather, one of the most frequently discussed issues is the current trends in traffic generation and management. Such was the case at the recently held Webmaster Access event in Atlanta, which culminated in an eagerly anticipated traffic seminar. Here's a few highlights for those who were unable to attend:
IndustryElite.com Offers May Advertising Specials
The successful launch of next generation webmaster resource site IndustryElite.com has prompted the start of offerings of advertising to webmasters for companies with programs and services targeted at adult webmasters.
The State Of The Industry: May, 2004
It seems that most major adult Webmaster gatherings these days offer a seminar on current industry events, and the recent Webmaster Access show in Atlanta was no exception; offering attendees the chance to hear the latest news on the issues affecting online adult...
Las Vegas May Be on Porn Radar
A lot of “what ifs” are facing the San Fernando Valley porn industry in light of five adult actors who tested positive for HIV in the last month. But the show must go on, and several Las Vegas porn producers believe they know the answer: Move the productions to Sin City.
Hawaii May Outlaw Sex Tours
Hawaii’s Legislature this week will decide the fate of a bill designed to halt the Internet and brick-and-mortar sales of sex tours. Travel agents in Hawaii caught offering, booking or selling a sex tour would face felony charges and up to five years in prison under a bill.
Google Founders May Net $8 Billion on Paper
The Google founders are expecting to earn $8 billion on paper with the upcoming initial public offering. By keeping 30 percent of the shares in the company, founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin could be worth an estimated $4 billion or more each based on estimates of the value of the IPO.
Patent Office May Restructure
In a report from the National Research Council, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is due for a major restructuring, or at the very least some intervention from Congress or outside agencies to avoid compromising the integrity of the patent-issuing process.
Alyon Blasts FTC, May Seek Compensation
Alyon Technologies Inc. threatened to seek compensation from the Federal Trade Commission if it doesn’t come to “satisfactory” terms in a case against the online adult billing processor. Alyon claims an FTC press release was “designed to undermine Alyon’s ability to remain in business.”
Google May Go Public Next Week
Within days Google is expected to go public. The pending announcement is connected to the fact that the Mountain View, Calif.-based company will soon be required to disclose publicly more information about its business, under a Securities and Exchange Commission rule.
Online Adult Access May Go on the Run
The online adult industry could capitalize on a new technology that would put wireless Internet access onto trains and automobiles. “The only problem is if the government gets involved because you would have porn surfers in public places,” one network consultant says.