Gay adult film star Austin Wolf will plead guilty to federal child pornography charges, court filings reveal. Arrested in 2024 for possessing and distributing child sexual abuse materials, Wolf faces a mandatory minimum sentence. The FBI uncovered hundreds of illicit videos in his Manhattan apartment. A plea hearing is set for Friday. (AVN)

TrustyFans, a new creator directory, has launched, offering a backup for social media content, a filtered Discovery function, verified fan reviews, and no revenue sharing. Free to join with a Pro plan upgrade, the platform aims to provide creators a stable, algorithm-free virtual home without posting quotas or shadowbanning risks. (XBIZ)

 OnlyFans creator Sophie Rain accused Bonnie Blue of turning the platform into a "clown show" with stunts like fake pregnancies and staged weddings. Rain told The Blast that Blue’s antics harm the platform’s credibility, shifting its focus from empowerment to shock value. (MSN)

 OnlyFans star Bonnie Blue canceled a controversial "petting zoo" event involving 2,000 participants after public outrage and social media bans. The planned 24-hour stunt, described as "dirty" and "intense," sparked safety and legality concerns. Blue’s OnlyFans, Instagram, and TikTok accounts were deactivated, costing her an estimated AUD$1.2 million. She now plans a large livestream on June 14. (Pedestrian)

 Michael Pratt, once a fugitive on the FBI’s Most Wanted list, pleaded guilty Thursday to running a sex trafficking scheme through GirlsDoPorn, deceiving young women with false promises of anonymity. Extradited from Spain in 2024, Pratt’s co-defendants, including Matthew Wolfe and Ruben Garcia, have also faced prison sentences.  (XBIZ)

 Aylo, operator of Pornhub, YouPorn, and Redtube, has suspended access to its sites in France, opting not to comply with the country’s age verification law. The company advocates for device-based verification by Apple, Google, and Microsoft, arguing France’s law is ineffective, risks privacy, and drives users to unsafe platforms. (XBIZ)

Tim Stokely, OnlyFans founder, launched Subs, a platform to empower creators with long-form video, one-on-one calls, and AI tools like auto-captioning and growth insights, WIRED reports. Unlike OnlyFans’ adult focus, Subs targets diverse creators, offering an 80% earnings cut and a brand-friendly ecosystem. Aimed at sustainable growth, it faces a crowded influencer market projected to hit $500 billion by 2027. (Wired)

Generative AI is transforming porn with genres like hyper porn, but it poses ethical issues, including non-consensual deepfakes and labor rights for performers. While AI offers tailored fantasies, it may reduce demand for human performers. Experts warn of compulsive use risks and call for stronger regulations to protect against image theft and ensure ethical consumption, as the industry navigates this technological frontier. (Mashable)

Adult film star Glenn Soukesian, known as Colton Ford, died May 19, 2025, during a hike on the Goat Trails in Palm Springs, authorities said. Friends reported him missing Sunday, and his body was found Monday. No foul play is suspected, though the cause of death is undisclosed. Ford, 62, was also a musician and actor. (OUTinPerth)

 Michael Wayne Hall, known as Apollo Stone, was sentenced to 32 years in prison in March 2025 for violating probation terms after a 2024 human trafficking conviction. The Arkansas OnlyFans creator coerced women into filming explicit content, exploiting legal gray areas. His case highlights the need for stronger adult industry regulations. (Adult Industry News)

 Fenix International Ltd, owner of OnlyFans, is negotiating a potential $8 billion sale to an investor group led by Los Angeles-based Forest Road Company, sources say. The porn-driven platform, generating $6.6 billion in 2023 revenue, is also considering an IPO. No deal is certain, and talks involve other suitors. (Reuters)