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Discord age verification is coming in March, and adult communities aren’t happy about it
9 votesDiscord's upcoming age verification rollout — requiring face scans or ID for adult content access — has users worried about privacy, security,…
Bluesky adult content: Every feature that keeps your feed exactly how you want it
9 votesMillions of users have joined the social network in the past two weeks. That's what happens when you give users controls they…
AI Dick Ratings scores your schlong for $25, but you don’t ever send a picture
7 votesAn AI-powered penis rating service has launched, promising to provide you with a score and written comment about the quality of your…
What’s an online sex party really like? We attended 3 to find out
7 votesVirtual orgies seek to replicate some of the magic and excitement of real life sex parties, but how exactly do they work?…
‘Digital condom’ app blocks your lover’s phone camera and mic
6 votesIt's good to highlight (and reduce potential for) non-consensual recording, but questions remain about how widely it will be used.
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Inevitable? Discord data breach exposes 70,000 government IDs through age verification hack
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Texas lawmaker proposes age verification for people buying ‘obscene’ sextech products online
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Our Privacy category unravels the complex web of data security in the intimate digital sphere. We dissect headline-grabbing incidents like the We-Vibe class-action lawsuit, which exposed the risks of collecting user data from smart sex toys. The section explores innovative solutions, such as Lovense’s implementation of end-to-end encryption for app-controlled devices, setting new standards for user privacy.
We delve into the murky waters of data collection on dating apps, examining how Grindr’s sharing of HIV status information sparked global debates on sensitive data handling. The category also scrutinizes adult content platforms, from Pornhub’s controversial age and consent verification systems to OnlyFans’ measures to prevent content leaks.
Blockchain’s potential in ensuring user anonymity is explored, with platforms like SpankChain leading the charge in secure, decentralized adult entertainment. We also investigate the privacy implications of emerging technologies, such as VR porn’s data collection practices and the potential risks of deepfake technology in intimate content.
From Mozilla Foundation’s “Privacy Not Included” guide for sextech devices to the European Data Protection Board’s guidelines on dating apps, we provide a comprehensive look at the regulatory landscape shaping digital intimacy. Our aim is to empower users with knowledge, helping them navigate the delicate balance between sexual exploration and data protection in the digital age.