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‘A lot more people see sex workers than you think’: Hasan Piker says he went to a brothel, sparking debate (updated)

Some sex workers say his comments are a step toward destigmatizing their profession.

On Oct 18, 2021 by Tricia Crimmins

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Best clothes for online sex work, dancing, and stripping

It doesn't matter if you're joining OnlyFans or starting to stream, these spicy options will help build your audience.

On Oct 10, 2021 by Beck Diaz

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OnlyFans reverses porn ban after public backlash

The porn ban was widely criticized for endangering the livelihoods of sex workers on OnlyFans.

On Aug 25, 2021 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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OnlyFans banning explicit content spells danger for sex workers—and online free speech

The future of the internet is at stake.

On Aug 20, 2021 by Ana Valens

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Instagram bans popular pole-dancing blogger and activist, who says now ‘no one is safe’ with its sex policies

'This policy disproportionately affects sex workers ... but also creators posting nudity and sexuality, which may be mistaken for soliciting.'

On Jul 27, 2021 by Viola Stefanello

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Government report says widely criticized SESTA/FOSTA law has barely been used

Critics say the report shows the law was a 'complete disaster.'

On Jun 23, 2021 by Andrew Wyrich

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‘Kidnapped and beaten’: TikTok star goes viral exposing the trauma caused by her years in sex work

Her revelations have sparked important conversations.

On Jun 1, 2021 by Nahila Bonfiglio

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Fans mourn dominatrix known for making white male clients read Black feminist theory

'Mistress Velvet is an icon.'

On May 10, 2021 by Samira Sadeque

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After security woes, Tumblr alternative Pillowfort promises relaunch

Users found 'old school' exploits after the site's debut.

On Mar 23, 2021 by Ana Valens

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It’s easy to see the role ‘NoFap’ played in yesterday’s violence against Asian women

Sex addiction isn't real, but it's certainly dangerous.

On Mar 17, 2021 by Ana Valens

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Anti-porn organization takes aim at Twitter for NSFW ban, sex workers warn

Sex workers fear a repeat of Backpage.com.

On Jan 22, 2021 by Ana Valens

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OnlyFans dominated 2020. What does that mean for sex workers?

OnlyFans helped sex workers in some ways—but not all.

On Dec 27, 2020 by Ana Valens

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