This Week in Adult – Week 27

From platform shakeups to powerhouse creators, here’s your high-end digest of what matters in adult entertainment this week.

• 🔥 Creator spotlight: Ashley Cummings hits 1M on OF and signs exclusive VR deal with BadoinkVR.
• 📉 Trouble at the top: OnlyFans faces backlash after payout delays in several countries. Creators speak out.
• ⚖️ Legal Watch: Pornhub blocks access in new US states after age-verification laws tighten again.
• 🎬 Production trends: Softcore erotica is back – and getting bolder. LustCinema sees 35% viewer spike.
• 🇧🇷 Brazil rising: Underground studio “Casa Quente” gaining traction with raw amateur content – possible collab?

The global adult industry continues to evolve rapidly — from policy shifts and international studio mergers to rising creator voices and ethical production debates. Week 27 of 2025 brought some major currents to the surface. In this report, we explore five core themes reshaping the landscape, from Brazil’s surging prominence to ethical tensions within traditional porn studios.

Creator Spotlight: Ashley Cummings Hits 1M and Goes VR

In a major career milestone, Ashley Cummings has surpassed 1 million subscribers on OnlyFans. Known for her blend of girl-next-door charm and bold content, Cummings has quickly become one of the platform’s breakout stars. This week she signed an exclusive deal with BaDoinkVR, diving into the world of immersive adult entertainment. Her first VR scene is scheduled to debut in late July and is expected to attract a significant audience from her loyal fanbase. Industry insiders are already calling it one of the smartest creator moves of the summer.

Backlash Brewing: OnlyFans Faces Global Payout Delays

OnlyFans, the industry’s top subscription platform, is facing criticism from creators in multiple countries following unexpected delays in payment processing. Reports have emerged from creators in Brazil, South Africa, and parts of Europe claiming that funds have been held up for up to 10 days. Although the platform cites “banking intermediaries” as the cause, many high-earning creators have taken to social media to demand transparency. Some have even threatened to migrate to newer, more reliable platforms if the issue isn’t resolved soon.

Legal Watch: Pornhub Pulls Out of More US States

The tightening noose of US age-verification laws continues to reshape access to adult content. This week, Pornhub has blocked users in three additional states – Georgia, Kansas, and Wisconsin – following the enactment of stricter verification requirements. The company reiterated its position that the laws endanger user privacy and push audiences to less regulated platforms. Legal experts predict a domino effect in other conservative-led states, potentially leading to a fragmented access landscape across the country.

Seducing Media will continue monitoring these developments under its new Legal Watch category, launching next week.

Production Trends: The Return of Softcore Erotica

In a surprising twist, softcore erotica is staging a bold comeback. Platforms like LustCinema have seen a 35% increase in viewership over the past quarter, driven by a new wave of visually rich, story-driven films. These productions often blend romantic narratives with aesthetic sensuality, catering to an audience craving erotic tension over explicitness. Creators and studios are taking note, and several new softcore-only series are slated for release in August and September.

Brazil Rising: “Casa Quente” Sets the Scene on Fire

In São Paulo’s underground scene, independent studio “Casa Quente” is quietly revolutionizing amateur porn. Their raw, unfiltered style blends handheld authenticity with sensual chemistry – and it’s catching global attention. With over 250K followers on Twitter and rising visibility on Privacy and XVideos Red, Casa Quente is poised to break into the international market. Rumors of a potential collaboration with Seducing Media have started circulating, marking an exciting opportunity for cross-border creator partnerships.

Brazil’s Global Breakthrough

Once seen as a niche production hub, Brazil is rapidly transforming into a dominant force in adult media. In Week 27, two major developments underlined this:

• Blondeliberal signed a pan-American distribution deal, targeting both Pornhub Premium and South American cable networks.
• São Paulo’s Liberation Studios announced co-productions with both Spanish and Canadian indie directors, focusing on “Afro-Brazilian erotic heritage.”

There’s also a growing wave of independent, self-financed creators breaking into the global market via Reddit, Privacy, and loyal fan communities. The big question is: will Brazilian producers maint

OnlyFans and the Creator Economy Shift

OnlyFans rolled out a limited test of its new “Creator Investment Vault” — a program allowing top earners to invest into platform equity, with strings attached. This has reignited discussions about creator ownership, data access, and dependence on centralized platforms.

Some top-tier creators, including Sophie Blaze, are exploring parallel monetization via crypto tokens and gated Telegram communities. Expect more moves toward decentralized fan management in Q3 of 2025.

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Conclusion: Toward a Decentralized, Diverse Future

If Week 27 proves anything, it’s that adult media is no longer confined to Silicon Valley rules or old studio hierarchies. The rise of regional powerhouses like Brazil, the shift toward queer-led storytelling, and the fight for ethical standards are pushing the entire industry to evolve. Whether these changes lead to lasting impact depends on creators, platforms, and — not least — audience choices.

Stay tuned for next week’s edition — and explore our Spotlight, Studio Watch, and Legal Watch categories for more in-depth coverage.