Why Agentic Commerce Readiness Matters for Australian Adult Retailers
Read the latest article from Big Ideas Foundry in the May Eros eNewsletter. AI-driven commerce is already reshaping how products are discovered and selected. Retail is moving beyond search and into systems where AI can compare, filter, and choose products on behalf of the customer. In the UK alone, more than 40% of online shoppers […]
The Evolution of the Sexual Wellness Industry and Where It’s Headed Next
For decades, the sexual wellness industry has lived with a contradiction. It’s been everywhere, yet often ignored. It can be profitable, but still carries stigma. It’s driven by consumers, but hasn’t been well supported by professionals. Historically retailers focused on product sales, manufacturers innovated new products with possible limited distribution and healthcare professionals remained largely […]
Woodhull Survey Reveals Concern Among Sex Educators over AV Law Impacts
A US national survey of sex educators by the Woodhull Freedom Foundation found that a majority of sex educators and sexual health professionals are concerned that age verification (AV) laws will negatively impact access to information and resources. Many sex educators are concerned that the legislation will impact, or has already impacted their work, and […]
May eNewsletter
The May Eros eNewletter is now available in the Newsletter section of the website. This edition has a focus on sexual wellness as well as classification information and an interesting piece on outdoor advertising.
Extension of Submission deadline to 29 May 2026 – Proposed Changes to Australia’s Classification Guidelines
Update to modernise and harmonise classification guidelines 2025 The latest review of Australia’s classification guidelines for films, publications and computer games is now open for public consultation. The Update states: The aim is a simpler, more consistent approach across films, games and publications, supported by modern technology and clearer consumer advice. The concepts…are designed to […]
Pornhub Related Websites Block Access to Australians
Pornhub related websites including Redtube, have blocked access for end-users in Australia just three days before the 9 March 2026 deadline for websites to comply with the Designated Internet Services Online Safety Code (Class 1C and Class 2 Material aka the DIS Code. Writing in Crikey on 6 March 2026 Cam Wilson reports on the […]
Reaching “Pinnacle” in Bridgerton – Taboos about sex talk and sex education persist today
In their recent article published in The Conversation Alexandra James and Andrea Waling refer to difficult discussions among several characters in the hit streaming series Bridgerton about reaching “pinnacle” (orgasm). They relate these fictionary discussions to contemporary problems and taboos when talking about sex and sexual pleasure, especially sex education for young people. “Young people […]
9 March Deadline – Online Safety DIS Code
Have you completed your website Risk Assessment? It is is crunch time for website providers as compliance with Australia’s Designated Internet Services Online Safety Code (Class 1C and Class 2 Material) falls due on 9 March 2026. Website Risk Assessments, based on content and functionality, must have been conducted and documented, risk levels determined and […]
Online Safety Seminars for Eros Members
Industry Compliance with the DIS Code is required by 9 March 2026 Important – Online Seminars for Eros Members Online Safety DIS Code Class 1C and Class 2 Material Recently emails were sent to Eros member business owners and managers about the requirements of the DIS Code. This included DIS Guidelines for Eros Members and […]
“The Largest Collection of Australian-Produced Adult Media in the World”
The Eros Archive at Flinders University, South Australia(sometimes known as Australia’s porn archive) Eros has recently become aware of an important academic article that highlights the cultural and historical significance of the Eros Collection held at Flinders University in South Australia. Titled Revaluing the Eros Collection for Australian Cultural Histories, the article was published in […]
