I was in a discussion earlier today about where entrepreneurs can invest - in these uncertain economic times - and be pretty sure of making a fair return. A colleague pointed out that in tough times, people have more time on their hands (you don't want to spend gasoline money AND a pleasant dinner for two for $100 when you're fretting about retirement) and so, turn to vices.
Alcohol. Gambling. And, of course, sex.
Depending on who you're listening to, the annual global marketplace for 'adult entertainment' ranges up to over $13 Billion.
A few months back, Time Magazine had a predictably "G" rated article on the technology underpinnings of this kind of content. http://www.time.com/time/business/article/0,8599,1815933,00.html?cnn=yes
The article begins:
The short of it? Just as we've seen for most technology advances, early adopters invariably include adult entertainment.
New phones have browsers that get us to adult sites. Larger screens make it worth our while to download pictures, and greater storage and bandwidth allow us to enjoy mini feature movies.
As for the future? Who knows, user created content and discussions on various aspects of bedroom acrobatics? GPS enabled hook-up services? Escort ratings from happily married spouses who stray?
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