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It’s Time to Take the DSA and GDPR Seriously

Adult platforms have never been more visible to regulators than they are right now. The Digital Services Act (DSA) is fully in force across the EU, GDPR enforcement keeps accelerating, and parallel “online safety” regimes in the UK and U.S. are converging on the same targets: pornography sites, creator platforms, cam networks, and tube-style aggregators. If you operate an adult website and you’re still treating DSA and GDPR compliance as a “nice-to-have,” you’re sitting on a landmine. It’s time to get serious, and enforcement against adult operators has ramped up. Featured In The January 2026 Edition Of XBIZ World The enforcement era for adult sites has arrived For years, adult platforms lived in a gray zone: enormous traffic, massive data volumes, and historically minimal oversight. That’s over. Under the DSA, porn platforms are now a named priority The European Commission has formally targeted major porn services as Very Large Online Platforms (VLOPs), putting them under direct EU supervision and heightened obligations — especially around systemic risk, minor protection, and transparency. In May 2025, the Commission opened coordinated DSA investigations into Pornhub, Stripchat, XNXX, and XVideos, explicitly focusing on failures to keep minors off-platform and on insufficient risk mitigation. These investigations…

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New Federal Bills Aim to Repeal Section 230

WASHINGTON — Members of Congress this week introduced two bills calling for the repeal of Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act, which protects interactive computer services — including adult platforms — from liability for user-generated content. "It would mean that internet service providers, search engines, and every interactive website could be left responsible for the actions of its users," Silverstein said. "That is simply untenable, and these businesses would not be able to exist out of fear of being sued out of existence." About Silverstein Legal Founded in 2006 by adult entertainment lawyer Corey D. Silverstein, Silverstein Legal is a boutique law firm that caters to the needs of anyone working in the adult entertainment industry. Silverstein Legal’s clients include hosting companies, affiliate programs, content producers, processors, designers, developers, and website operators.

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Attorney Corey D. Silverstein Announces AVN 2026 Attendance and Speaking Schedule

Las Vegas, Nevada (December 19, 2025) – Corey D. Silverstein, the driving force behind MyAdultAttorney.com and Adult.Law, is pleased to announce that he has accepted two speaking engagements at AVN 2026. The 2026 AVN Show takes place January 21st through January 24th 2026, in Las Vegas, Nevada at the Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. Adult attorney Corey D. Silverstein will be taking part in two informative seminars open to professional attendees. The AVN Seminar program will take place inside the Theater at the Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, and will be an industry only area providing a professional environment to network, take meetings, learn and build relationships away from the consumer show floor. First, on Wednesday January 21st at 4 pm in The Theater, join Silverstein for “The State of Age Verification: Compliance and Vigilance” seminar covering the most consequential issue facing the adult industry today - the state of age verification on adult sites. This seminar will help you learn what you need to do to stay compliant with these rapidly changing regulations. Second, on Thursday January 22nd at 3 pm in The Theater, join Silverstein for the “Legal Pulse: The Essential 2026 Guide” seminar for the latest from Silverstein and…

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How to Bulletproof Your Creator Management Contracts Heading into 2026

The creator management business is booming. Every week, a new agency emerges promising to turn creators into stars, automate their fan interactions, or triple their revenue through “secret” social strategies. The reality? Many of these agencies are operating with contracts that wouldn’t survive a single serious dispute — if they even have contracts at all. As creator income grows, so does the legal risk. Revenue-sharing models, international collaborations, and the explosion of AI tools have pushed creator management far beyond simple social media marketing. Yet too many agencies are relying on outdated influencer templates or vague promises that collapse the first-time money, content ownership, or exclusivity are questioned. A solid management contract doesn’t just prevent lawsuits — it builds credibility, protects revenue, and keeps agencies compliant with platform, banking, and legal standards. Heading into 2026, that’s what separates sustainable businesses from short-lived hustles. Featured In The December 2025 Edition Of XBIZ World Define the Relationship: Manager, Agent, or Service Provider? One of the biggest mistakes I see is confusion about what role the agency is actually playing. Is it managing the creator’s brand? Booking deals? Running their social media? Or all three? These distinctions are not just academic. In legal…

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Florida’s AG Launches Aggressive Age Verification Enforcement, Targeting Tube Sites and Channel Partners

Urgent Compliance The landscape for the adult entertainment industry operating in Florida has changed from one of legal uncertainty to one of immediate, high-stakes compliance. Following the enactment of the state’s age verification law (HB 3) on January 1, 2025, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has launched an aggressive enforcement campaign, filing multiple complaints against major online platforms and their affiliates for openly defying the law. The clear message from the Attorney General’s office is that the time for passive observation is over. Any commercial entity that publishes or distributes material “harmful to minors” — defined as a “substantial portion” (more than 33.3%) of their content — must act now to implement a robust, legally compliant age-verification system or face severe financial and legal consequences. Featured In The November 2025 Edition Of XBIZ World The Enforcement Threat is Real and Immediate Attorney General Uthmeier has not only announced lawsuits but has targeted some of the world’s most-trafficked adult websites. “Multiple porn companies are flagrantly breaking Florida’s age verification law by exposing children to harmful, explicit content,” Attorney General Uthmeier stated. “We are taking them to court to make sure they cannot continue bypassing Florida’s common-sense safeguards.” The stakes are immense…

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Corey D. Silverstein Nominated for 2026 XBIZ Exec Award

Intelligent, iconic, and feisty, the industry’s premier attorney has been aptly nominated for XBIZ’s ‘Community Figure of the Year’ award. Cyberspace (October 31, 2025) - Attorney Corey D. Silverstein has been named a nominee for the adult industry’s premier career awards program, the XBIZ Exec Awards. Intelligent, iconic, and feisty, the industry’s premier attorney has been aptly tapped for the “Community Figure of the Year” category. Nominees are selected based on leadership, business acumen, community influence and overall career achievement from a pool of pre-nomination entries submitted by members of the industry. Voting for the 2026 XBIZ Exec Awards is now open. Industry members may cast their votes via XBIZ.net. The annual XBIZ Exec Awards spotlight influential business leaders who play essential roles in the success of top brands. The award categories cover a wide range of positions that make up the organizational chart of leading enterprises, including business development, marketing and management, as well as C-level roles. The XBIZ Exec Awards are presented as part of two annual XBIZ Honors ceremonies: the retail edition, set for Jan. 11 during XBIZ Expo, and the digital media edition, scheduled for Jan. 14 in conjunction with the XBIZ 2026 conference. For the…

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A New Legal Landscape: Why Adult Entertainment Companies Must Revamp Their Policies Now

Legal and Operational Policies The adult entertainment industry is navigating a complex and rapidly changing legal environment. A confluence of new age verification legislation, high-profile private lawsuits, a landmark FTC order against Aylo (formerly MindGeek), and evolving credit card processing rules has created an urgent need for all industry participants — from major platforms to independent creators — to completely overhaul their legal and operational policies. The old way of doing business is no longer a viable option. Action must be taken now to avoid potential catastrophic consequences. Featured In The October 2025 Edition Of XBIZ World The Tsunami of Age Verification Legislation Over the past few years, a growing number of U.S. states and countries have passed laws requiring commercial entities to implement "reasonable" age verification methods to prevent minors from accessing content "harmful to minors." While these laws vary, they typically mandate robust systems for age assurance, and the penalties for non-compliance can be severe, including substantial fines and civil litigation. The trend is exemplified by Florida's HB 3, which took effect in January 2025. This law has prompted the Florida Attorney General to file a lawsuit against several major adult content providers for failing to comply with…

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North Carolina Hits the Industry Hard with HB 805

North Carolina House Bill 805 An act originally aimed at combating sexual exploitation in the adult entertainment industry has become a wide-ranging law in North Carolina, with significant implications for performers, platforms, and public policy on a number of unrelated issues. North Carolina House Bill 805, which was recently enacted by the state legislature, was initially a bipartisan effort to purportedly protect individuals from having nonconsensual sexually explicit content distributed online. However, as the bill progressed through the legislative process, it was amended to include a host of other provisions, particularly those related to transgender rights and parental oversight in schools. Featured In The September 2025 Edition Of XBIZ World Effective Date of the Law The legislative process for HB 805 concluded on July 29, 2025, when the North Carolina General Assembly successfully overrode Governor Josh Stein's veto. The law was ratified at that time, but it does not go into effect all at once. The sections of the bill that relate to the adult entertainment industry — specifically the requirements for age verification, consent, and content removal — are scheduled to become effective on December 1, 2025. Other provisions, such as those related to the use of state funds…

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Florida Attorney General Files Age Verification Enforcement Lawsuit

The Florida Attorney General has filed a major lawsuit under House Bill 3 (HF 3) — Florida’s newly effective age-verification law — targeting operators of some of the most-trafficked adult websites, including: XVideos.com XNXX.com BangBros.com GirlsGoneWild.com TrafficFactory.com, an adult ad network These companies allegedly failed to implement mandatory systems to verify that users are 18 or older before accessing sexually explicit content, even after receiving prior compliance warnings. The lawsuit asserts these failures constitute violations of HB 3 and the Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act, with the sites reportedly attracting millions of Florida users monthly. Highlights from the Filing HB 3 entered into force on January 1, 2025, and applies to any site where over one-third of content is “harmful to minors.” Noncompliant sites potentially face civil penalties up to $50,000 per violation. The Florida AG framed the lawsuit around protecting children from access to explicit content, labeling the sites’ operations “flagrant” and “predatory.” A related legal challenge to HB 3 filed by industry groups was recently dismissed after the U.S. Supreme Court upheld a similar Texas law. What This Means for You Enforcement risk is real and immediate. Platforms with any significant adult content accessible in Florida must take action now. Heightened liability…

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The AI-Generated DMCA Deluge: How Fake Takedowns Are Drowning Legitimate Copyright Holders and How to Fight Back

The digital landscape is increasingly being shaped by artificial intelligence, and while AI offers immense potential, it's also being weaponized. A disturbing trend has emerged: AI-powered "DMCA takedown services" are reportedly flooding the internet with thousands of fraudulent Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) notices. This torrent of fake claims is creating chaos for legitimate copyright owners and online platform operators alike, disrupting businesses, damaging reputations, and undermining the very system designed to protect intellectual property. Featured In The August 2025 Edition Of XBIZ World The Problem: AI-Fueled Falsity These malicious AI services leverage sophisticated algorithms to generate convincing-looking DMCA notices en masse. They often lack genuine claims of infringement, instead relying on: Generic Accusations: Notices with vague descriptions of copyrighted material and minimal supporting evidence. Automated Targeting: AI can rapidly identify and target vast numbers of websites or content, regardless of actual infringement. Exploiting Automation: Many platforms rely on automated systems to process DMCA requests, making them vulnerable to being overwhelmed by a high volume of seemingly legitimate notices. Misleading Information: Some fake notices may even include AI-generated "lawyer" profiles or fabricated firm websites to appear credible, as seen in recent SEO scam attempts. Competitive Sabotage The goal is often…

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