TOEN & NU (Translated as “THEN & NOW”)

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You’re looking at an image of a 17th-century brothel in Europe. The paintings on the walls depict women from whom customers could choose. Over the course of 400 years, small brothels evolved into expansive ‘Red-Light Districts’, and the paintings that once adorned the walls have paved the way for online profiles. Thus, one of the most powerful industries in the world today emerged: ‘the sex industry’.

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​​​Now, compare the image on the wall with that of ‘OnlyFans’: different times, yet similar dynamics. This shows that the sex industry constantly adapts to new eras, technologies, and even social movements.

 

One current development is the growing influence of the sex industry on perceptions of women’s empowerment and self-love. The industry twists these concepts to its advantage, promoting platforms like OnlyFans as spaces where content creators can showcase their confidence and work independently.

 

However, what many profile holders may not realize is that they have become just as much a part of the sex industry as those involved in prostitution or escort services. The only difference is the wrapping.

 

Questions

 

What tactics does the sex industry use to lure individuals in?

 

Why do so many individuals choose to create content on OnlyFans?