(Newsweek) - British adult content creator Bonnie Blue, 26, was arrested in Bali alongside 17 male tourists for allegedly producing pornographic content violating Indonesia's strict anti-pornography laws. She faces up to 15 years in prison and fines of approximately $359,000. Blue was released from custody but had her passport seized and was transferred to immigration officials. Legal experts suggest deportation is more likely than prosecution.

(Quartz) - OpenAI's announcement to allow "erotica for verified adults" on ChatGPT concerns the adult entertainment industry, valued at $65.95 billion globally. The move follows similar offerings from competitors and raises questions about economic impact on performers and legal compliance with age verification laws across multiple states. 

(CNBC) - Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman said Thursday the company won't build AI services for erotica, distancing itself from partner OpenAI. Suleyman called seemingly conscious AI "very dangerous," citing erotica-focused services. His comments follow OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's announcement that ChatGPT will allow verified adults to use the platform for erotica, sparking tension between the longtime partners. 

(Variety) - The National Center on Sexual Exploitation criticized OpenAI's plan to allow sexually explicit content on ChatGPT starting in December for verified adults. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said age-gating measures will enable the feature as part of treating "adult users like adults," but critics warn of mental health risks. 

(XBIZ) - The Free Speech Coalition clarified that California's AB 1043 age verification law does not apply to adult websites. The bill requires device manufacturers and app stores to provide age verification APIs for apps only, after last-minute amendments removed provisions for adult websites. The law takes effect January 2027. 

(PCMag) - OpenAI's safety testing found Sora's safeguards blocked 98.4% of rule-breaking videos containing adult content using people's likenesses, leaving a 1.6% chance of sexual deepfakes. The AI video generator's Cameo feature allows users to create realistic videos using facial and voice data. 

 (Futurism) - Brigham Young University researchers found nearly 20% of Americans use AI romantic chatbots, with 25% of young adults participating. Despite marketing claims these tools reduce loneliness, the study found users showed higher rates of depression and isolation. Seven percent admitted to sexual activity with AI companions. 

(Time) -  Elon Musk’s xAI introduces “Imagine,” a Grok feature for generating 6-second AI videos, including explicit content, raising alarms about potential deepfake misuse.

(Business Insider) - A Chaturbate content moderator sued the adult live-streaming site on July 28, 2025, alleging PTSD from exposure to extreme content. The lawsuit claims Chaturbate failed to provide mental health protections like counseling or wellness breaks. Filed in California, it highlights the psychological toll on moderators, who face graphic material daily.