The world of adult entertainment and emerging sex-tech continues to evolve, and this year’s AVN Adult Entertainment Expo in Las Vegas showcased just how rapidly the industry is changing.

In a recent article published by Playboy, titled “A Woman Enters the Gooniverse,” the iconic publication explores the culture surrounding modern adult entertainment, online communities, and the technological innovations appearing throughout the AVN show floor.

Screenshot of a Playboy article showing the DollPimp booth at the AVN Adult Entertainment Expo with caption “Photo courtesy DollPimp.com.”
Screenshot from a Playboy article featuring the DollPimp exhibit at the AVN Adult Entertainment Expo. Photo courtesy DollPimp.com.

Among the images featured in the article is a photo of the DollPimp exhibit, taken during the event and credited in the article as “Photo courtesy DollPimp.com.”

For our team, it was an exciting moment to see our exhibit captured as part of a broader conversation about where the adult industry is heading.


AVN Expo: Where Innovation Meets Adult Entertainment

Each year, the AVN Expo brings together creators, brands, manufacturers, and innovators from across the global adult industry. From performers and studios to emerging technologies, the event has become a hub for exploring the future of adult entertainment.

If you missed the event, you can also see our full recap of the DollPimp exhibit at AVN Expo 2026, including photos and a video walkthrough.

In recent years, one of the most notable developments at AVN has been the rise of sex-tech and AI-driven companionship products. Companies throughout the industry are experimenting with new materials, robotics, and artificial intelligence to create more immersive and interactive experiences.

At the DollPimp exhibit, visitors were able to explore a range of companion dolls, including both TPE and silicone dolls, as well as torsos and single heads that combine lifelike design with customizable parts.

The growing interest in these innovations reflects a larger shift within the industry — one that blends technology, companionship, and art-level craftsmanship.


A Moment of Recognition in a Major Publication

Playboy has chronicled changes in culture since its inception in 1953. Articles like their recent piece on the AVN Expo shine a light on the communities and technology driving the future of sex today..

Seeing a photo of our booth included in the article was an unexpected but appreciated recognition of the work our team put into exhibiting at AVN this year.

Trade shows are more than just a chance to show off your product. It’s a chance to interact with your customers and meet fellow creators to bounce ideas off of about the future of this industry.

Moments like these make us realize how far the discussion about sex-tech and AI companions has spread.


Looking Ahead

The convergence of AI, robotics and human interaction will probably be one of the most interesting spaces to watch in the adult industry as tech continues to evolve.

Events like AVN Expo offer a peek into that future with the companies and innovators showcasing new takes on design, tech and experience.

We’re proud to have participated in this year’s show — and flattered our booth was included in Playboy’s coverage of the show floor.

If you’d like to read the article, you can view it here:

👉 https://www.playboy.com/read/sex/a-woman-enters-the-gooniverse