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Film
fromQueerty
18 hours ago

The wild world of virtual sex work: 6 essential queer cam stories - Queerty

Camming has become a significant form of sex work, especially among queer individuals seeking creative freedom or economic necessity.
#meta
Social media marketing
fromForbes
4 days ago

The Meta Trial And Navigating The Post-Addiction Landscape For Brands

Meta faces legal challenges regarding social media addiction, potentially altering advertising practices and brand strategies on these platforms.
Law
fromgizmodo.com
15 hours ago

Meta Is Pulling Down Ads That Seek to Recruit Clients for Social Media Addiction Litigation

Meta is removing ads from attorneys recruiting clients for social media addiction lawsuits after recent legal defeats.
Social media marketing
fromForbes
4 days ago

The Meta Trial And Navigating The Post-Addiction Landscape For Brands

Meta faces legal challenges regarding social media addiction, potentially altering advertising practices and brand strategies on these platforms.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
5 hours ago

Future of Marketing Briefing: The ad industry has an AI label problem

The ad industry struggles with AI transparency, balancing honesty against potential loss in ad effectiveness.
#social-media
Social media marketing
fromForbes
2 days ago

The Next Disruption In Social Media: Impact Over Attention

Future social networks will prioritize action-oriented platforms that foster real-world collaboration and value creation using AI and impact-based rewards.
Relationships
fromHer Campus
15 hours ago

SOCIAL MEDIA AND MODERN DATING

Social media complicates crushes by turning romance into a performance and influencing perceptions before actual interactions.
Digital life
fromThe New Yorker
23 hours ago

What the Verdict Against Meta and Google Says About the Way We Live Now

A California jury found Meta and Google liable for a woman's addiction to social media, marking a significant shift in legal accountability for tech companies.
Social media marketing
fromHer Campus
15 hours ago

They Knew, They Didn't Care, & We Are All Paying For It

Social media platforms like Instagram have been found liable for mental health damage to young users, with internal documents revealing harmful strategies targeting teens.
Social media marketing
fromForbes
2 days ago

The Next Disruption In Social Media: Impact Over Attention

Future social networks will prioritize action-oriented platforms that foster real-world collaboration and value creation using AI and impact-based rewards.
fromSFGATE
22 hours ago

This Bay Area sex researcher made an online survey. 1 million people answered.

Aella has created the largest dataset on human sexuality in history, utilizing data from over 1 million participants to explore various sexual traits and behaviors.
Silicon Valley
Exercise
fromEntrepreneur
18 hours ago

Whoops, We Dyed Influencers Blue! But Now Our Business Is Bringing In $42 Million in Revenue

Clarke and Spalter built FORM, a lifestyle platform and activewear brand, achieving over 60,000 subscribers and $42 million in revenue since its 2020 launch.
fromKotaku
16 hours ago

Amazon Issues A Stark Reminder That Digital Ownership Is A Lie

Amazon has informed Kindle owners that any e-readers from 2012 and earlier will no longer be supported as of May 20, 2026. Users can still read downloaded books but cannot purchase new ones, and a factory reset will render the device unusable.
Gadgets
Mindfulness
fromBig Think
1 day ago

The "rawdogging" trend: A new term for an ancient practice

Rawdogging refers to engaging in introspection without distractions, particularly during flights, highlighting our struggle with downtime.
E-Commerce
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

2 Stocks I'd Add to the Shopping Cart for the Agentic Commerce Revolution

AI shopping has the potential to revolutionize e-commerce by enhancing transaction ease and price comparison.
#advertising
Marketing
fromAdExchanger
1 day ago

The Price And Promo Paradox; YouTube's Interactive TV Push | AdExchanger

Online advertisers must balance product pricing and ad spending to maintain market presence and customer engagement.
Marketing
fromAdExchanger
1 day ago

The Price And Promo Paradox; YouTube's Interactive TV Push | AdExchanger

Online advertisers must balance product pricing and ad spending to maintain market presence and customer engagement.
Wine
fromInsideHook
2 days ago

Everything That Happens When You Order Booze Online

Buying alcohol online involves complex regulations and logistics managed by companies like Vista Fulfillment Group.
Parenting
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 days ago

Tech can't wait for regulation to protect children online | Computer Weekly

Harmful online content for children results from profit-driven algorithms, not parenting or education failures.
UX design
fromEntrepreneur
2 days ago

The Hidden Risk Behind Every 'Frictionless' Digital Experience

Digital experiences should prioritize human agency over pressure tactics to foster trust and informed decision-making.
Media industry
fromDigiday
2 days ago

Future of TV Briefing: A TV advertising staple is missing from YouTube show sponsorships

YouTube channels are beginning to offer TV-style make-goods and viewership guarantees to sponsors as episodic series gain popularity.
Health
fromwww.socialmediatoday.com
3 days ago

Snapchat users visit the app for health and medical advice

Snapchat users prioritize health and wellness, using social media for health information, which raises concerns about reliability but offers marketing opportunities.
#minneapolis
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
2 days ago

As hookup apps lose their grip, gay bathhouses may soon offer an IRL cure for horniness in this U.S. city - Queerty

Minneapolis is considering re-opening bathhouses and gay sex clubs for the first time in nearly 40 years, reflecting changing societal attitudes.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Minneapolis considers legalizing bathhouses & adult sex venues - LGBTQ Nation

Minneapolis City Council is considering legalizing venues for sexual activity between consenting adults, including bathhouses, after decades of prohibition.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
2 days ago

As hookup apps lose their grip, gay bathhouses may soon offer an IRL cure for horniness in this U.S. city - Queerty

Minneapolis is considering re-opening bathhouses and gay sex clubs for the first time in nearly 40 years, reflecting changing societal attitudes.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Minneapolis considers legalizing bathhouses & adult sex venues - LGBTQ Nation

Minneapolis City Council is considering legalizing venues for sexual activity between consenting adults, including bathhouses, after decades of prohibition.
Medicine
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

Almost Every Time I Orgasm, I Have an Involuntary Reaction. It Terrifies Me.

Severe orgasm headaches can occur in some individuals, causing intense pain and discomfort during climax.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

I felt ashamed and scared': how an online friendship became a sextortion nightmare

Online friendships can lead to severe risks, including sextortion, which can have devastating emotional consequences.
Web design
fromMajic 102.3
3 days ago

How speed is redefining modern branding in today's world

Speed is essential for branding; fast-loading websites enhance professionalism and improve search rankings.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Six great reads: the OnlyFans legacy, stolen cargo and Meta's creepy' glasses

Leonid Radvinsky's death leaves a void in the leadership of OnlyFans, a platform that has transformed the adult content landscape. His secretive management style and the controversies surrounding the site have raised questions about its future direction and stability.
Photography
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Children sell knives like clothes online, MP says

Children are increasingly buying and selling knives online, prompting government action to combat knife crime and exploitation.
#data-privacy
Games
fromKotaku
6 days ago

GameStop Thought Buying Games Online Was A 'Passing Phase'

GameStop underestimated digital distribution, believing physical stores would remain dominant despite the rise of platforms like Steam.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

Why Do We Read Reviews for Things We've Already Experienced?

People read reviews post-decision to validate experiences and alleviate inner conflict, not to gather new information.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
17 hours ago

There's an Unfortunate Pattern to the Women I Sleep With. I'm Becoming "That Guy."

Insecurity about dating younger women can stem from societal judgment and personal feelings of inadequacy.
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day ago

This sexpert is calling out toxic tops & a dark room double standard - Queerty

Topping and bottoming in gay relationships face different societal judgments, with bottom shaming rooted in historical stigma and exacerbated by the AIDS crisis.
Marketing
fromTheZenParent
1 day ago

20 Sneaky Tactics Advertisers Use To Take Advantage Of You - TheZenParent

Understanding marketing psychology helps consumers recognize subtle tactics that influence purchasing decisions.
Marketing tech
fromBusiness Matters
3 days ago

The Business of iGaming: Balancing Compliance and Growth for UK Tech Affiliates in 2026

UK gambling market faces regulatory challenges, but compliance can provide a competitive edge for small tech companies and marketing partners.
Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Record number of children reporting online sextortion in UK, data reveals

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and sextortion, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism.
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

The case for banning cookie banners

Cookie banners have become bloated and useless, creating a new kind of interaction that means trouble all over the web. The only solution is to get rid of them, and do it now.
Digital life
Artificial intelligence
fromAxios
1 week ago

AI distances itself from adult content that once drove the tech revolution

OpenAI canceled plans for adult content due to safety concerns and regulatory pressures from investors and internal teams.
E-Commerce
fromEarth911
3 days ago

Sustainability In Your Ear: Don Carli On Tuning What We See Online To Reduce eCommerce Returns

Retail returns will cost $850 billion in 2026, with 22% due to products not matching online expectations.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

Teen Romance and Breakups in the Digital Age

Teenage romantic breakups are significantly impacted by social media, texting, and AI, leading to new challenges and consequences.
Privacy professionals
fromComputerworld
1 day ago

Questions raised about how LinkedIn uses the petabytes of data it collects

LinkedIn users should limit identifiable data exposure and treat the platform as potentially hostile until BrowserGate allegations are verified.
#reddit
Social media marketing
fromEMARKETER
3 days ago

Reddit's purchasing influence is growing whether brands engage or not

Brands risk missing vital real-time conversations on Reddit, where 180 million US users influence product discussions and recommendations.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
2 weeks ago

Reddit's new shopping ads are a play for beauty brands' business

Reddit is enhancing shopping features to cater to increased consumer confidence and engagement in beauty-related purchases.
Social media marketing
fromEMARKETER
3 days ago

Reddit's purchasing influence is growing whether brands engage or not

Brands risk missing vital real-time conversations on Reddit, where 180 million US users influence product discussions and recommendations.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
2 weeks ago

Reddit's new shopping ads are a play for beauty brands' business

Reddit is enhancing shopping features to cater to increased consumer confidence and engagement in beauty-related purchases.
Marketing tech
fromForbes
1 day ago

The More Things Change, The More Marketing Stays The Same

The media landscape evolves, but core challenges for marketers remain consistent over time.
fromThedrum
2 weeks ago
Online marketing

Securing the Future of the Internet: How Collaborative Marketing can Help

Ad blocking technology is growing, prompting a need for marketers to evolve their strategies to engage consumers meaningfully.
#dtc-beauty
E-Commerce
fromMerced Sun-Star
6 days ago

12-year-old beauty brand closing nearly all stores

The DTC beauty model faces challenges requiring brands to prioritize profitability and adapt strategies amid rising costs and changing consumer expectations.
Marketing
fromTheStreet
6 days ago

12-year-old beauty brand closing nearly all stores

DTC beauty brands must prioritize profitability over growth due to slowing expansion and intense competition.
E-Commerce
fromMerced Sun-Star
6 days ago

12-year-old beauty brand closing nearly all stores

The DTC beauty model faces challenges requiring brands to prioritize profitability and adapt strategies amid rising costs and changing consumer expectations.
Marketing
fromTheStreet
6 days ago

12-year-old beauty brand closing nearly all stores

DTC beauty brands must prioritize profitability over growth due to slowing expansion and intense competition.
Privacy professionals
fromAdExchanger
3 days ago

What Regulators Talk About When They Talk About Ad Tech | AdExchanger

Privacy regulators emphasize protecting children, honoring opt-outs, and ensuring companies are transparent about data collection practices.
LGBT
fromQueerty
3 days ago

"I'm gonna hold your tip when I say this": A rancid Grindr take has the gays talking - Queerty

Grindr's entrenched culture includes persistent racism, with users openly expressing racial preferences in dating, reflecting ongoing issues within the queer community.
Relationships
fromHuffPost
4 days ago

Embracing 'Outercourse' Might Totally Transform Your Sex Life

Outercourse encompasses various sexual activities beyond penetration, enhancing sexual pleasure and intimacy.
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
6 days ago

How to Navigate Brand Authenticity in the Age of AI Slop

Originality and authenticity in content are essential for brands to stand out in a saturated market dominated by low-quality AI-generated content.
Paris food
fromWWD
3 weeks ago

From the Archive: Fashion's Online Shopping Reality

In 1996, retail leaders debated whether internet shopping would replace physical stores; today, e-commerce has clearly emerged as the dominant force in retail.
Social media marketing
fromLindsey Gamble
3 days ago

Meta Launches New Shopping & Affiliate Tools for Creators, Signaling a Bigger Push Into Affiliate Marketing - Lindsey Gamble

Meta introduces new affiliate marketing features on Facebook and Instagram to streamline creator earnings and enhance shopping experiences.
Marketing tech
fromExchangewire
3 days ago

AI Agents are Becoming the Fourth Place of Commerce and OOH is Shaping their Choices

AI agents are becoming a significant factor in commerce, influencing consumer decisions and brand visibility.
EU data protection
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

EU says Pornhub and others failed to stop minors accessing adult content

The European Commission demands porn platforms implement effective age verification to protect minors from accessing harmful content.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

I Have the Holy Trinity of Sex Problems. I Know What Would Solve Them, but I'm Too Scared to Try.

Exploring sexual orientation can involve complex feelings and societal pressures, especially regarding bisexuality and the fear of judgment.
Digital life
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

'She's Never Going to Age': Porn Stars Are Embracing AI Clones to Stay Forever Young

Lisa Ann has licensed her likeness for AI porn, creating a digital twin to reshape the adult industry and generate passive income.
#ai
fromQueerty
6 days ago
LGBT

Cavorting with chatbots?! Survey reveals whether people think sexting with AI is cheating - Queerty

AI is transforming interactions within the LGBTQ+ community, impacting relationships and social dynamics significantly.
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
4 days ago

AI Has Already Decided: First-Party Data Will Define Advertising's Agentic Era

AI has resolved the debate on third-party cookies, emphasizing the necessity of first-party data for effective decision-making in advertising.
LGBT
fromQueerty
6 days ago

Cavorting with chatbots?! Survey reveals whether people think sexting with AI is cheating - Queerty

AI is transforming interactions within the LGBTQ+ community, impacting relationships and social dynamics significantly.
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
4 days ago

AI Has Already Decided: First-Party Data Will Define Advertising's Agentic Era

AI has resolved the debate on third-party cookies, emphasizing the necessity of first-party data for effective decision-making in advertising.
Marketing tech
fromFast Company
3 days ago

In the age of AI agents, your customer may still buy from you, but they may no longer visit you

The rise of AI agents is shifting customer interactions away from traditional company-controlled interfaces.
E-Commerce
fromForbes
1 week ago

What Is Live Shopping? How eCosmetics Is The Future Of Beauty Shopping

Live commerce revolutionizes online shopping by combining real-time interaction, entertainment, and instant purchasing, particularly in the beauty sector.
Relationships
fromHuffPost
5 days ago

The Best Sex Positions For People Over 60, According To Sex Experts

Aging can change sexuality, but satisfying sex is possible with adjustments and a focus on comfort.
Growth hacking
from24/7 Wall St.
4 weeks ago

Instacart, Booking, and Grindr: Three Platform Plays Investors Are Sleeping On

Instacart, Booking Holdings, and Grindr are undervalued platform businesses delivering strong revenue growth, margin expansion, and earnings beats despite significant year-to-date stock declines.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

Years Ago, My Husband Was in an "Adult Film." It's Only a Matter of Time Before Our Kids Find Out.

Discussing a parent's past in adult films with children requires careful consideration of timing and the family's values on sexuality.
Relationships
fromQueerty
1 week ago

Sexpert explains the science behind "just okay" oral & why BJs don't always end in climax - Queerty

Oral sex often doesn't lead to climax for men due to different sensations compared to penetration.
#sexual-desire
LGBT
fromQueerty
3 weeks ago

Meet the queer brands behind LGBTQ Outpost - Queerty

LGBTQ Outpost is a curated marketplace highlighting LGBTQ+ owned brands and allies, featuring over 35 brands across multiple product categories built by entrepreneurs with lived community experience.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

I Love Sex With Other Women. I Can't Explain My Most Persistent Fantasy.

Changing unwanted sexual fantasies is difficult, especially when they are tied to negative past experiences.
Privacy professionals
fromABA Journal
3 months ago

Online shoppers find deals on the Temu app, but states say the trade-off is personal data

Multiple states are suing Temu for allegedly stealing personal data and violating consumer protection laws through deceptive practices that exploit consumers' desire for bargains.
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 month ago

Is your next hookup human? Inside the gay sex bot boom - Queerty

Queer people are adopting erotic chatbots for sexual engagement, continuing their historical role as early adopters of sex technology, raising questions about social and relational impacts.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

There's One Way I Can Achieve Orgasm. The Trouble Is That I Need My Boyfriend to Leave the Room to Do It.

A woman comfortable with not orgasming during partnered sex should not feel pressured to change this when her partner repeatedly raises the topic despite her clear boundaries.
fromWIRED
2 months ago

I've Been Reviewing Sex Toys for Nearly 2 Decades. These Are What I Recommend

Sex toys were pretty basic back then. Most were phallic in shape-even if they weren't necessarily meant to be used internally-made of mystery materials, and required actual batteries. The first sex toy I reviewed was a bullet vibrator that not only needed batteries, but its remote control was connected to the toy by a cord that was probably no more than 10 inches in length. Stockpiling AA and AAA batteries to keep my vibrators working was just as annoying as it sounds.
Wellness
Wellness
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

Premium Sexual Wellness Items at Lovehoney Are on Sale

Investing in high-quality, body-safe, durable sexual wellness products and retailers like Lovehoney yields better performance, longevity, and safer intimate use.
fromBustle
2 months ago

These High-End Sex Toys Are Discounted Up To 50% Off Just In Time For Valentine's Day

There's roses and chocolate, then there's luxurious Swedish sex toys. Celebrating Valentine's Day (whether with yourself, a partner, or a party) is much more exciting with the latter - and a massive sale with discounts up to 50% off makes things all the better. Plus, Bustle readers can stack on an extra 10% off with our exclusive code: LOVERVIBES. This makes now an excellent time to treat yourself to high-end and high-tech vibrators, partner playthings, and everything in between.
Gadgets
E-Commerce
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

EU opens probe into online global retailer Shein after sex-doll scandal

European Commission opened a DSA investigation into Shein over alleged sale of childlike sex dolls, weapons, and addictive platform design posing systemic EU risk.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Sex toys maker Tenga says hacker stole customer information | TechCrunch

Tenga experienced an email account breach exposing approximately 600 U.S. customers' names, emails, and possibly order or customer service details.
E-Commerce
fromGREY Journal
1 month ago

How Online Retail Is Transforming Consumer Lifestyle Markets

Online retail has transformed lifestyle markets through convenience, personalization, and niche-market expansion while increasing competition and raising consumer expectations.
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

Is This the Year You Get Back to the Basics of Sex?

In the past, when we've done these analyses, we've seen couples express an interest in bondage play or sensory play. But this year, we're almost seeing a shift towards getting back to basics. I found it so interesting that regardless of gender, age or where you live, people want more oral sex.
Relationships
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
1 month ago

Amazon Has A Pitch To Pay Pubs; How Lax US Laws Enable Targeted Gambling Ads | AdExchanger

Amazon plans a content marketplace enabling publishers to sell material to AI companies, moving toward paid, potentially usage-based compensation instead of unpaid scraping.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

I'm Trying to Be Discreet on a Dating Site. One Mistake Could Blow My Secret Wide Open.

Including clear face photos on adult-dating couple profiles typically increases trust and responses, but raises privacy, doxxing, workplace exposure, and revenge-risk that requires mitigation.
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