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Rob MacWolf, Werewolf Hitchhiker @robmacwolf.thevoice.dog · 1d

When we write or draw porn or erotica, we get banned from having a bank account and our livelihoods get seized even if we give it away for free.

When billionaires steal what we've written or drawn to churn out a slop-approximate of porn, they're allowed to charge for it.

Matt Burgess (WIRED) @mattburgess1.bsky.social · 1d

Oh good, ChatGPT is getting "erotica for verified adults" later this year

We made ChatGPT pretty restrictive to make sure we were being careful with mental health issues. We realize this made it less useful/enjoyable to many users who had no mental health problems, but given the seriousness of the issue we wanted to get this right.

Now that we have been able to mitigate the serious mental health issues and have new tools, we are going to be able to safely relax the restrictions in most cases.

In a few weeks, we plan to put out a new version of ChatGPT that allows people to have a personality that behaves more like what people liked about 4o (we hope it will be better!). If you want your ChatGPT to respond in a very human-like way, or use a ton of emoji, or act like a friend, ChatGPT should do it (but only if you want it, not because we are usage-maxxing).

In December, as we roll out age-gating more fully and as part of our “treat adult users like adults” principle, we will allow even more, like erotica for verified adults.

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Joe The English Otter @englishotter.bsky.social · 2d

Just a quick heads up, I'm probably going to be mostly inactive for the next day or so, mainly because it looks like my laptop is finally giving up the ghost.

I'm going to try and build up the courage to get my new pc set up and running.

So, if I'm slow(er) to reply to messages, that's why.

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Joe The English Otter @englishotter.bsky.social · 4d

Late-next day repost.

Joe The English Otter @englishotter.bsky.social · 5d

Recently had this stuffing sequence of Timon and Mambo done by the extremely talented @tummyteaser.bsky.social

Also, since people are bound to ask; Mambo is from the film Happily N'Ever After.

(Part 1-4/5)

Timon (left, a meerkat) and Mambo (right, a purple cat-like fella, with a mage cap and outfit) are just starting to stuff each other.
Timon is holding a plate of nachos, with plates of mozzella sticks and another type of food behind him.
Mambo is holding a plate of fries, with plates of chicken wings and onion rings behind him.

Timon (left) and Mambo (right) are both looking rather portly, still stuffing each other, with their bellies pressed right up against each other.
Timon has plates of burgers and tacos next to him.
Mambo has plates of hotdogs and subway sandwiches next to him.

Timon (left) and Mambo (right) are now resting on top of their large bellies, looking much more tired, but both are still stuffing the other regardless.
Timon has a massivel plate full of spaghetti next to him.
Mambo has a massive plate full of pepperoni pizzas next to him.

Timon (left) and Mambo (right) are now both immobile due to their massive girth, but are still stuffing each other, while resting against one another.
Timon has a massive cake behind him, a plate of cookies in front of him, a plate of donuts on his belly and a massive ice cream stack in his hand that he's stuffing Mambo with.
Mambo has a stack of pies behind him, a plate of brownies in front of him, a plate of muffins on his belly and a massive ice cream stack in his hand that he's stuffing Timon with.

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Joe The English Otter @englishotter.bsky.social · 5d

(Part 5/5)

Timon (right) and Mambo (left) have no completely stuffed each other and are resting shoulder to shoulder together. They are both completely immobile, with Mambo being slightly larger.
Mambo's girth is too much for his clothes to handle, with his massive belly pushing forward and destroying his sash/belt.
Timon is seen laughing, finding it rather amusing.

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Joe The English Otter @englishotter.bsky.social · 5d

Recently had this stuffing sequence of Timon and Mambo done by the extremely talented @tummyteaser.bsky.social

Also, since people are bound to ask; Mambo is from the film Happily N'Ever After.

(Part 1-4/5)

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nic.tattoos @nicterhorst.com · 6d

This means if you're in the UK and haven't signed this yet, please do. At 100k signatures they have to discuss it again.

Literally the least you can do!!

GamesMarket @gamesmarkt.bsky.social · 6d

UK Gouvernment: Payment Processors Can Ban NSFW Content
According to the UK treasury, payment processors are in the right and the gouvernment has no plans to step in. This puts it in direct contrast to what artists and the UK games industry have asked for.
www.gamesmarket.global/en/business/...

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Joe The English Otter @englishotter.bsky.social · 6d

I second this, speaking as a criminal otter myself.

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Joe The English Otter @englishotter.bsky.social · 6d

Looks like the ideal way to run a haunted house to me. Space might get a bit tight after a while, once the patrons start completely filling out everywhere, but I'm sure it'll be fine.

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Jess O'Thomson @jessothomson.co.uk · 7d

It cannot be made clearer.

If you continue to support the Harry Potter franchise in any way, you are directly funding the removal of trans people's human rights in the UK.

JK Rowling pledges to keep up fight against SNP trans policies

Author vows to bankroll campaigners after Scottish government fails to pay group's legal fees in Supreme Court equality case

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𝔰𝔦𝔣 @meowpa.ws · 15d

❗ Quick reminder that age verification on Bluesky is fully client side!
Meaning you can easily get around it!

More on it here!
gist.github.com/mary-ext/6e2...

#bluesky #age #verification #bypass

👇 Repost so people who need it will find this post! 👇

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Joe The English Otter @englishotter.bsky.social · 8d

It could serve as a great warning to any that tries to interfere with a villains plans, in a sort of "Mess with me and you'll end looking like you'd completely fill up a small warehouse" kind of way.

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Coyote @goldencoyote.bsky.social · 12d

*cough*

alethiometry
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this is what i sent, if it helps to copy/paste!

subj: Arbitration opt out

This message is to exercise my right to opt out and not be bound by the Discord provisions requiring arbitration, as of TODAY'S DATE.

User Information
Email: YOUR EMAIL
Username: YOUR USERNAME

Sincerely,
YOUR NAME

also some more info on arbitration, the benefits of opting out, and how to do so (like op says an email should suffice): https://legalclarity.org/should-i-opt-out-of-an-arbitration-clause/

(obligatory i-am-not-a-lawyer-but-if-you-are-please-correct-me-as-needed)

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Coyote @goldencoyote.bsky.social · 12d

In other news, this is almost certainly why THIS happened:

eggseventy
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discord's new terms of service DO have a mandatory arbitration clause for the United States and Canada, you have 30 days to opt out by emailing an opt out notice to arbitration-opt-out@discord.com. this has been your standard "for the love of god do not waive your right to a jury trial under any circumstances" notice

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The Verge @theverge.com · 12d

Discord customer service data breach leaks user info and scanned photo IDs

An “unauthorized party” may have accessed the names of users, the last four digits of credit card numbers, and more.

buff.ly

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Kit Sovereign @kitsovereign.bsky.social · 13d

Practicing fat faces! The dawn of a new era of animals is upon us

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Kelly @broadwaybabyto.bsky.social · 14d

You can subscribe to PBS for a few dollars a month.

Cancel Disney, Paramount and Amazon.

Vote with your dollar and give to the people and organizations who are still fighting back.

Who are trying to make a difference.

Who aren’t owned by billionaires.

Eric Deggans @edeggans.bsky.social · 14d

Today marks the first day in the 55-year history of PBS and 54-year history of NPR that public media has broadcast to its audiences without federal funding. But even though lots of local outlets are at risk, PBS and NPR are still here, providing fair, accurate news coverage and will not be silenced.

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Erin Reed @erininthemorning.com · 15d

I just got a VERY interesting email that allies in congress were upset that so many of my readers were calling about the anti-trans provisions. I'm here to say: good. I won't let them throw our rights under the bus by cover of night.

All's that to say, keep up the calls. They're hearing you.

Erin Reed @erininthemorning.com · 16d

1. It's shutdown day, and anti-trans provisions are on the line... either today, or in a few more weeks if a clean continuing resolution passes.

Trump posted a video this morning blaming a shutdown on trans people and immigrants.

Here is your shutdown guide.

Subscribe to support our journalism.

Shutdown Day Guide For LGBTQ+ People: "Continuing Resolutions" And New Anti-Trans Posts From The White House

Shutdown day is here, and there has been a lot of competing coverage on Republican priorities, Democrat's demands, and what shutdown politics means for LGBTQ+ people in America.

www.erininthemorning.com

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beep @bastardpalace.com · 16d

it is in fact very easy to bypass

don't even consider for a second giving any of these sites your id

beep @bastardpalace.com · 16d

nah

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the haver of it🔞 @taylortitmouse.bsky.social · 16d

if you have democrat rep/senators i recommend calling and reminding them you will never vote for them again if they bend the knee on this. shutting down the government is the correct choice. that is the exact phrasing in my 3 calls and it took 5 min total

bsky.app/profile/pink...

PinkNews @pinknews.bsky.social · 17d

Trump threatens to shut down US government unless Democrats agree to ban all trans health care
https://www.thepinknews.com/2025/09/29/trans-care-ban-government-shutdown/?utm_content=1759153201&utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky

Trump threatens to shut down US government unless all trans health care is banned

The US government's looming shutdown hinges on anti-trans measures after Donald Trump refused to speak to Democrats unless they were passed.

www.thepinknews.com

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The Nerdskull @nerdskull.bsky.social · 17d

The purpose of these laws is to censor LGBTQ speech and make children less safe and easier for predators to abuse.

Extremely disappointed in Bluesky for this.

Bluesky Safety @safety.bsky.app · 18d

In Ohio, starting on Monday 9/29, we'll be implementing an age assurance solution similar to what we're doing in South Dakota and Wyoming. Read more here: bsky.social/about/blog/0...

Our Approach to Age Assurance - Bluesky

We’re committed to keeping our community informed as we navigate new regional regulations.

bsky.social

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Terito @terito.bsky.social · 19d

hehe yeah that be me

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Rattos a.k.a. Certified Jinbe Lover @thenocturnalrodent.bsky.social · 24d

"Haah...hahh...oh spirits someone juice me...~"

I will keep spreading blueberry Garrus pics because I just love this dorky turian turning big, blue and juicy XD 🫐

Closeup of Garrus Vakarian from Mass Effect having undergoe blueberry inflation. He's a shade of purplish blue, his cheeks are swollen and his body is bloated beyond belif. He has a look of aroused contentness on his face.

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Madrat @jackgoose.bsky.social · 21d

Announcing the second feature length book from Silver Coast Comics! Crime, corruption, conspiracy, chaos! Alessandro Bianachi and his criminal empire rules Sterling City! But can he resist the coming darkness? An ancient evil has awoken... find out what happens in The Week of Sirens!

The Week of Sirens by MaddieRattie

maddierattie.itch.io

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Blibbles - DRAGON RAGE @blibbles.bsky.social · 22d

Let's make sure that we're remembering to do this too.

It's been a whirlwind, but Jimmy Kimmel's return is a sign that we can still make a difference with payment processors too.

Ana Valens | 🔞 | Comms Open @acvalens.net · 28d

Steam may be clamping down on post-launch NSFW content for adult games. I take a look at the issue, whether Steam Early Access NSFW titles are actually going away (spoiler: it's complicated), and analyze a leaked copy of the Steam Mature Content Survey

nsfw.beehiiv.com/p/steam-is-c...

Steam May Be Clamping Down On Post-Launch NSFW Content

Post-launch NSFW content may require DLC review on Steam. A look into Steam's Mature Content Survey and "9000 year old vampires attending high school."

nsfw.beehiiv.com

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Wild, from Vore :) @wildside.vore.rip · 23d

I really need you guys to internalize this.

Government and corporations ripped Kimmel off the air for lightly badmouthing their behavior. Coordinated pushback by us is what forced them to cave in and put Kimmel back on air.

Again. The fascists caved in *due to coordinated pushback.*

Culture Crave 🍿 @culturecrave.co · 23d

Disney announces ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ will return on Tuesday

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