Overview of the Noida Couple's Alleged Operations
Authorities have implicated a couple in Noida, Ujjwal Kishore and Neelu Srivastava, in a scheme allegedly involving the sale of adult content to Cyprus-based pornographic websites operated by Technius Limited, including prominent platforms like Xhamster and Stripchat. Subdigi Ventures, a company managed by the couple since May 2018, is at the center of this controversy.
Financial Transactions and Profit Sharing
The couple reportedly generated around Rs 15.6 crore ($2 million USD approximately) through these questionable activities. According to official reports, Subdigi Ventures was supposed to recruit models for social media content creation, but instead, these models were directed to produce adult content for Technius Limited. About 75% of the earnings were retained by the couple, with the remainder distributed among the models.
Details of the Raid and Investigation
A significant discovery was made during a raid at the couple’s residence, where authorities found a sophisticated studio setup presumably used for streaming adult content. Several models, allegedly employed by the couple, were present during the raid and have since provided statements to the police.
Global Operations and Regulatory Challenges of Stripchat
Stripchat, a platform mentioned in the investigation, facilitates freelance work for models worldwide, adding layers of complexity in adhering to regulatory standards, particularly concerning age verification norms. Other nations, including Germany, France, and the Netherlands have imposed bans on similar sites like Xhamster due to non-compliance with these regulations.
Further Financial Revelations
The ongoing probe has unveiled more about Subdigi Ventures’ financial maneuvers. The couple allegedly received about Rs 7 crore ($950,000 USD approximately) in a Dutch bank account from Technius Limited, which was then cashed out in India using international debit cards.
Implications of the Case
The unfolding case highlights the intricate and often shadowy connections between local content producers in India and the broader global adult content industry, underscoring the significant financial transactions involved and the need for stringent regulatory oversights.
