In the September 2024 issue of XBIZ World, Gustavo Turner shines a spotlight on FSC’s Executive Director, Alison Boden, in a special feature. The article delves into Alison’s professional journey, her role at the Free Speech Coalition, and her vision for the future of the adult industry. Don’t miss this insightful piece that showcases Alison's dedication to championing the rights and well-being of the adult industry workers. Read more on XBIZ World.

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has warned UK banks against denying accounts to sex workers, citing the potential for significant harm. Despite sex work being legal in most of the UK, banks often close accounts for financial crime or reputational reasons. The FCA's recent roundtable highlighted the difficulties adult entertainment workers face in accessing banking services, which can lead to reliance on cash or personal accounts, increasing risks like exposure to blackmail. The FCA is urging banks to define reputational risk clearly to prevent the exclusion of legal businesses from financial services. Read more on The Guardian.

JD Vance wrote the introduction for a 2017 Heritage Foundation report that criticized premarital sex, pornography, and IVF treatment while promoting traditional family values. The report aligns with Vance’s ongoing push for conservative cultural norms, including his controversial comments about fertility and family structure. The Heritage Foundation, which is behind Project 2025, has a history of opposing sexual freedom and reproductive rights, including for those in the adult industry. Read more on Yahoo News.

In his memoir, Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson admitted to a gradual conversion to Christianity in the late 1980s but did not immediately reform his behavior. Louis Money, a former employee of Greensboro’s adult video stores, claims Robinson was a frequent customer in the 1990s and early 2000s, visiting stores like Gents Video & News and I-40 Video & News, and buying bootleg porn videos. Robinson’s campaign has dismissed these claims as false and criticized Money. Despite the controversy, Robinson's past habits contrast sharply with his current conservative stances, making the situation particularly notable. Read more on The Assembly.

Adult content creators are increasingly adopting AI tools, with 62% using them for various business functions. Most leverage AI for content inspiration and fan interaction, while fewer use it for creating digital avatars. The mixed feelings towards AI reflect its growing, but cautious, integration into the industry. SWR Data co-founder MelRose Michaels notes that the investment in AI by the adult industry highlights a desire for practical assistance rather than futuristic gimmicks. Read more on Mashable.