The Federal Trade Commission has issued a clear warning to online platforms: comply with the Take It Down Act by May 19, 2026, or risk enforcement. On May 11, 2026, FTC Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson announced that the agency sent letters to more than a dozen major technology companies, including Amazon, Alphabet, Apple, Automattic, Bumble, Discord, Match Group, Meta, Microsoft, Pinterest, Reddit, Snapchat, TikTok, and X, reminding them of their obligations under the Take It Down Act. The FTC stated that it is prepared to “monitor compliance, investigate violations, and enforce” the law. Although the FTC’s letters targeted major technology companies, the law is not limited to Big Tech. Many smaller platforms, apps, subscription sites, creator platforms, messaging services, image and video sharing services, gaming platforms, dating platforms, forums, and adult-content businesses may also be covered. What the Take It Down Act Requires The Take It Down Act requires covered platforms to create a process for victims to request removal of intimate photos or videos shared without consent. The law applies to both real intimate images and “digital forgeries,” including AI-generated or AI-altered intimate images. Covered platforms must: provide clear and conspicuous notice of the removal process; make it easy…

Miami, Florida (May 11, 2026) – Corey D. Silverstein, the driving force behind MyAdultAttorney.com and Adult.Law, is pleased to announce that he will be attending and presenting at XBIZ Miami 2026. “Excited to head to XBIZ Miami 2026 and connect with some of the brightest minds in the industry. Looking forward to great conversations, new opportunities, and an incredible week of networking and innovation.” Said Silverstein. The XBIZ Miami show takes place May 11th through May 14th in Miami, Florida at a new venue, the Goodtime Hotel. First, on Wednesday, May 13th at 11am in the Library Room, 3rd Floor, join Silverstein for the Silverstein Legal Presents: Content Creation Chaos workshop. The U.K.'s Crime and Policing Bill recently received final passage and the industry must now contend with the controversial ban. This is a major development and will have major consequences across the industry. This workshop will discuss the new law and how the industry needs to adapt. Silverstein will be joined by Larry Walters, Walters Law Group, Alison Boden, Free Speech Coalition, and Savannah Sly, New Moon Network. Second, on Wednesday, May 13th at 2pm in Washington Avenue Room, Street Level, for the Legal Ask Me Anything workshop. Noted…

The United Kingdom continues to significantly expand its regulatory framework governing online adult content through amendments to the Crime and Policing Bill, with important implications for platforms, producers, and distributors operating globally. Key Developments Recent legislative amendments will criminalize the possession and publication of certain categories of pornographic content, including: Depictions of strangulation or suffocation (“choking”) in a sexual context; and Content involving adults portraying children, including “age-play” or “barely legal” themed material. These measures build on a broader policy initiative aimed at addressing online harms, violence against women and girls, and child protection concerns. Criminalization of “Choking” Content What Constitutes “Strangulation” or “Suffocation”? At present, the legislation does not rely on a narrow or purely technical definition. Instead, UK criminal law and prior “extreme pornography” jurisprudence suggest a broad, effects-based interpretation. Content is likely to fall within scope where it depicts: Pressure applied to the neck (hands, limbs, ligatures, or objects) that restricts breathing or blood flow; Obstruction of the mouth or nose (e.g., smothering) in a way that impedes normal respiration; Any act that a reasonable viewer would understand as restricting air supply or causing asphyxiation, even if simulated; or Scenes framed as producing loss of control, distress,…

Los Angeles, California – Corey D. Silverstein, the driving force behind MyAdultAttorney.com and Adult.Law, is pleased to announce that he has accepted four speaking engagements at XBIZ Los Angeles 2026. The 2026 XBIZ Show takes place January 12th through January 15th 2026, in Los Angeles, California at the Kimpton Everly Hotel. Adult attorney Corey D. Silverstein will be taking part in four informative workshops and panels open to all attendees. First, on Tuesday January 13th at 12 pm in the Graham Boardroom, join Silverstein for the SegPay Presents: Optimizing Revenue in Challenging Times workshop. Join this SegPay sponsored workshop for an interactive session on designing subscription models and loyalty programs that engage customers, reduce churn, and drive sustainable growth. Second, on Wednesday January 14th at 10 am in the Graham Boardroom, join Silverstein for the Woodhull Freedom Foundation: Ask Me Anything workshop, Facilitated by the WFF’s Savannah Sly and featuring the FSC’s Alison Boden and industry attorney Larry Walters. This workshop will be a candid conversation covering censorship, compliance, risk, advocacy, and other legal, policy and business realities currently impacting creators, platforms and companies. Third, on Wednesday January 14th at 11 am in the Nichols I Ballroom, join Silverstein and…