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Lol, this is certainly interesting. Curious to see if this will take off...
A controversial new app hopes to clear up the issue of consent between sexual partners, by creating legally binding contracts.
The software hopes to help protect against STDs and 'revenge porn', as well as making clear what each person is comfortable with in the bedroom.
Agreements made via the app, which will be available on iOS and Android, can be accepted with a tap of a smartphone's screen.
The app is currently just a concept, but its creators are hoping to gain backing to make the project a reality.
LegalFling, envisaged by Dutch firm LegalThings, is designed to ensure that explicit consent is given before participants engage in sexual behaviour.
As well as sending your request for consensual sex to your contact of choice, the app also lets you set your sexual preferences, including your list of do’s and don'ts.
That includes options such as approval for photos and videos to be made, whether a condom should be used, a guarantee that prospective partners are STD-free and whether you are comfortable with the use of explicit language and BDSM.
While it may be of use for one night stands, its creators believe it could help to protect many different kinds of sexual activity, including in long-term relationships.
In a statement on the firm's website, a spokesman said: 'Sex should be fun and safe, but nowadays a lot of things can go wrong.
'Think of unwanted videos, withholding information about STDs and offensive porn reenactment.
'While you're protected by law, litigating any offenses through court is nearly impossible in reality.
'LegalFling creates a legally binding agreement, which means any offense is a breach of contract.
Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencet...-controversial-Yes-Sex-app.html#ixzz54HfY6hJU
A controversial new app hopes to clear up the issue of consent between sexual partners, by creating legally binding contracts.
The software hopes to help protect against STDs and 'revenge porn', as well as making clear what each person is comfortable with in the bedroom.
Agreements made via the app, which will be available on iOS and Android, can be accepted with a tap of a smartphone's screen.
The app is currently just a concept, but its creators are hoping to gain backing to make the project a reality.
LegalFling, envisaged by Dutch firm LegalThings, is designed to ensure that explicit consent is given before participants engage in sexual behaviour.
As well as sending your request for consensual sex to your contact of choice, the app also lets you set your sexual preferences, including your list of do’s and don'ts.
That includes options such as approval for photos and videos to be made, whether a condom should be used, a guarantee that prospective partners are STD-free and whether you are comfortable with the use of explicit language and BDSM.
While it may be of use for one night stands, its creators believe it could help to protect many different kinds of sexual activity, including in long-term relationships.
In a statement on the firm's website, a spokesman said: 'Sex should be fun and safe, but nowadays a lot of things can go wrong.
'Think of unwanted videos, withholding information about STDs and offensive porn reenactment.
'While you're protected by law, litigating any offenses through court is nearly impossible in reality.
'LegalFling creates a legally binding agreement, which means any offense is a breach of contract.
Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencet...-controversial-Yes-Sex-app.html#ixzz54HfY6hJU
