The AVN Awards, often called the 'Oscars of porn,' are approaching, with industry professionals engaging in campaigning similar to mainstream Oscar contenders, including events and publicity efforts, with the ceremony scheduled for January 25 in Las Vegas.
The article covers Europe's largest pornography conference, highlighting the booming industry, the rise of AI and digital twins, the challenges of saturation and burnout among creators, and ongoing debates about exploitation and empowerment within the adult content sector.
Adult film producer and star Michael Lucas is facing criticism from industry peers for signing an Israeli missile intended for Hamas, with some performers vowing to boycott his studio. Lucas, who has been an outspoken supporter of Israel, posted a photo of his signature on the rocket, leading to accusations of promoting violence against Palestinians. Despite the backlash and calls for his cancellation, Lucas remains defiant, attributing the criticism to antisemitism and stating he will not remove the post.