What’s the story?
The adult entertainment industry has always been a testing ground for new technologies. From printing presses to video and internet streaming, each innovation has disrupted the status quo. Artificial intelligence (AI) is now emerging in this field. While some companies are hesitant to embrace AI, the technology is already being used to create explicit content at an unprecedented rate.
How AI will impact adult content production
The advent of AI is revolutionizing the production of adult content. Porn sites are now flooded with AI-generated videos and images as big tech companies look for ways to monetize their advanced models. For example, xAI’s Grok already has a “spicy” mode that allows you to create explicit images and videos. Starting in December, OpenAI will offer erotica on ChatGPT, albeit for verified adults.
The economic potential of AI in adult entertainment
The economic potential of AI in the adult entertainment industry is enormous. Research group Global Commerce Media estimates that the AI-driven adult content market will be worth $2.5 billion this year. It is projected to grow at a steady rate of 27% per year until 2028. This rapid adoption of AI is raising existential questions about its impact on performers and the traditional porn studios/platforms that have long dominated the industry.
Create personalized adult content
AI’s ability to produce customized porn on demand is a game changer. Users can now summon their ideal partner with specific characteristics and have them fulfill their fantasies. There are also sexbots that generate text- and audio-based erotica from simple prompts. But the technology is not without its drawbacks, with “nudization” apps that transform images of clothed people into plausible nudes becoming popular among schoolyard bullies.
The role of AI in the future of adult entertainment
The rise of AI has also changed the role of human on-screen talent. Research published in cognition and emotion They found that participants were excited by what they thought were images created by AI, but not as excited by images that showed actual humans. This suggests that, while the demand for human performers may not disappear completely, it is becoming increasingly difficult to compete with machine-produced porn as technology advances.
Impact on amateur actors and models
For amateur actors and models, AI is a useful tool to streamline their work. Currently, most of them work as porn stars, photographers, editors, and administrative assistants and earn money directly from their fans on subscription platforms. AI video generators cut the time it takes to create polished two-minute clips from days to hours. Chatbots handle private messaging tasks for creators at a fraction of the cost of hiring a physical person.
Distribution and Copyright in Adult Entertainment
AI is also impacting the distribution of pornography. Studios currently face the risk of their videos being used to train bots without compensation or consent. In July, Strike 3 Holdings sued Meta for violating copyright rules by using its film to train models without permission. Platforms that host adult content are also having to decide whether to allow AI-generated content, and advances in technology could make or break their business.
