Article 46JGD Robotic dildo barred from top tech showcase, prompting sexism claims

Robotic dildo barred from top tech showcase, prompting sexism claims

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Vivian Ho in San Francisco
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CES organizers withdrew an award for the Osi(C) personal massager despite spotlight on male-focused sex tech

The developers of a female-focused sex toy are alleging gender bias at the International Consumer Electronics Show after organizers revoked an innovation award honoring the company and prohibited it from showcasing its product.

Lora Haddock, founder and CEO of Lora DiCarlo, said her team had been overjoyed when the company's Osi(C) personal massager was selected as the CES 2019 Innovation Awards honoree in the robotics and drone product category.

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