MindGeek, the parent of Pornhub, the world’s biggest porn site, and other adult entertainment platforms was acquired by a Canadian private equity firm called Ethical Capital Partners, or ECP, for an undisclosed amount.
ECP launched in 2022 in Montreal. Its website says it’s good at dealing with problem companies, seeking out tech-focused investment and advisory opportunities “in industries that require principled ethical leadership…have legal and regulatory complexity and that put a value on transparency and accountability.” Pornhub, founded in 2007, changed the world of adult entertainment.
It has over 76 million monthly active registered members and over 130 million adults visit the site daily. The deal announcement said it features “the best selection of award-winning performers, the most extensive collection of high-quality videos, and a safe, user-friendly experience for viewers.” It’s been plagued by scandals and is the subject of Netflix documentary Money Shot: The Pornhub Story by Suzanne Hillinger, produced by Alex Gibney’s Jigsaw Productions, which hit the streamer yesterday. “With core values of consent, freedom of sexual expression, authenticity, originality, and diversity at the heart of Pornhub’s mission, the platform is a safe space for verified content creators and the entire adult entertainment community.” MindGeek’s other assets include YouPorn, Redtube, Brazzers, Men.com, Sean Cody, Trans Angels and Nutaku. “With the support of ECP, MindGeek will further its research and adoption of the latest and best available online safety protocols to ensure that it remains a world-class leader in trust and safety and its platforms are inclusive, sex positive spaces for adults.” “We are confident that the
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