AI Facial Recognition Poses Travel Threat to Adult Performers Heading to AVN in Las Vegas

Every year, the adult entertainment industry gathers in Las Vegas for the renowned AVN show, culminating in the AVN awards, often likened to the Oscars of Porn. However, this year's event is marred by concerns stemming from the increasing use of facial recognition technology.

Several years ago, reports of a facial recognition database for adult performers started circulating. Now, the US government, particularly Homeland Security, has expanded this database to include all adult performers associated with escorting, regardless of whether they are actual escorts or not. This move has implications not only for social media platforms but also for those looking to enter the country.

This database was initially created by a Canadian tech company, intended for use by social media websites to justify banning individuals associated with escorting. This is linked to SESTA/FOSTA legislation, which allows companies to use such information as a basis for lifetime bans. This same information is now being employed to deny entry to sex workers, even if their activities are legal in their home country.

While the legal details remain complex, it is clear that the AI facial recognition database is becoming a major travel hurdle for adult performers. It threatens those aiming to attend events like AVN in the US and even US-based performers wanting to visit conservative countries abroad.

One unsettling aspect is that performers only discover their denial upon arrival in the US. This means that individuals may fly all the way to America, only to face a 5 to 10-year travel ban upon landing. Many question why authorities do not intervene before the flight, sparing performers from such distressing ordeals.

The future of adult performers' international travel plans remains uncertain as AI and facial recognition technology reshape border security policies and create unforeseen challenges for those in the industry.