Age verification: A Decade of Coverage
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Our Featured category delves into the complex intersections of sexuality, technology, and society. We explore thought-provoking topics that go beyond product reviews, offering in-depth analyses of the cultural, ethical, and technological shifts shaping our intimate lives. From examining the potential of sextech in addressing global health crises to investigating the role of technology in LGBTQ+ experiences, our features provide nuanced perspectives on pressing issues. We tackle subjects like the impact of porn on adolescent development, the challenges of maintaining sexual wellness in space, and the influence of social media on body image and sexual expression. Our articles don’t shy away from controversy, addressing topics such as the ethics of sex robots, the potential of psychedelics in sex therapy, and the complexities of digital intimacy in an increasingly connected world. We also explore the historical context of sextech, tracing its evolution and speculating on its future trajectories. Whether we’re discussing the potential of femtech in revolutionizing women’s health or examining the intersection of sextech and disability rights, our Featured content aims to challenge assumptions, spark discussions, and provide a deeper understanding of how technology is reshaping human sexuality.
Image-based abuse: tracking the law, the tech, and the gap between them
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Analysis From deadnaming to center stage: A brief history of trans characters in gaming (1980s – 2020s)
This article traces the history of transgender characters in video games from the 1980s through the early 2020s, documenting the evolution from transphobic stereotypes and one-dimensional NPCs to increasingly nuanced and protagonist-level trans representation.
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Interview Dream Channel is cross-platform ‘choose-your-own-adventure’ virtual experience based on the Red Light District
Dream Channel is an Australian cross-platform XR project that recreates Amsterdam's Red Light District as an immersive virtual world accessible via VR headset or desktop browser, featuring real actors filmed against green screens and
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Guide Digital non-monogamy: How to use sextech to open up your relationship
This article explores how sextech and digital platforms enable non-monogamous relationship structures, covering everything from app-controlled toys and virtual threesomes to AI companionship. It provides practical guidance on tools and approaches for exploring consensual
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Analysis Are hacker and maker communities open to sextech projects?
This article explores the stigma that sex-related projects face within DIY hacking and maker communities, despite those communities being broadly celebrated for inclusivity and openness. Drawing on perspectives from sex toy hackers and community
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Opinion ‘We’re not all cam performers’: The challenges and benefits of taking polyamory virtual in 2020
A first-person account from a polyamorous person navigating digital intimacy during COVID-19 lockdown, exploring the practical challenges and unexpected benefits of maintaining and forming multiple relationships entirely online. The piece evaluates specific apps and
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Opinion Queering industry: How LGBTQIA+ businesses are trans-forming tech
This article examines the systemic exclusion of LGBTQIA+ communities from mainstream tech, featuring perspectives from queer founders, app developers, and sextech entrepreneurs. It documents real harms like transphobic censorship, fetishizing dating apps, and funding
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Roundup A career in sextech is more attractive than ever – but why?
This article explores why professionals from other industries are increasingly pivoting to sextech careers, drawing on interviews with founders of companies like MyHixel, iPlaySafe, Vibio, and TouchyFeelyTech. It examines the motivations, skills required, and
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Analysis Why sextech has embraced sex education
This article examines why sextech companies are increasingly incorporating sex education into their products, exploring both the commercial incentives (avoiding app store censorship, broader marketability) and the genuine social need for accessible, evidence-based sexual
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Analysis Amid meteoric growth, adult content creators fear being sidelined by OnlyFans
This article examines OnlyFans' explosive growth in 2020, driven largely by adult content creators, while exploring how the platform may be sidelining those same creators through account removals, reduced referral incentives, and marketing pivots
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Analysis I work in sextech. How can I help support #BlackLivesMatter?
This article examines how the sextech and adult entertainment industries responded to the 2020 Black Lives Matter movement following George Floyd's murder, critiquing performative allyship and outlining concrete actionable steps businesses can take to
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Analysis How couples apps can help your relationship, and how they really can’t
The article surveys a range of couples-focused apps—spanning gamification, sexual wellness, emotional intelligence, and lockdown-specific features—by interviewing their founders. It examines both the potential benefits of using technology to support relationships and the significant
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Opinion What’s an online sex party really like? We attended 3 to find out
A first-person account of attending three different online sex parties during lockdown, comparing their formats, consent frameworks, and overall experiences. The article breaks down the practical mechanics of virtual orgies — from sign-up and
