Bitcoin News Today: Stripper Index Shows Weak -0.335 Correlation With Bitcoin Over 57 Months

A recent analysis reveals that the so-called “stripper index”—a barometer of economic health based on spending patterns in adult entertainment—does not reliably predict Bitcoin’s price movements, according to creators on platforms like OnlyFans. Despite anecdotal expectations, a 57-month revenue study of a mid-tier OnlyFans creator showed a negative correlation of -0.335 with Bitcoin’s price. The two trends moved in the same direction only 55% of the time, suggesting little to no predictive power [1].

Many adult content creators described their earnings as more dependent on personal performance and individual spending behaviors rather than macroeconomic or crypto-linked trends. Alana Nguyen, who performs under the stage name “Nerdy Dancing,” noted that even during periods of rising Bitcoin prices, her revenue did not necessarily follow the same trajectory [1].

The so-called index, based on the idea that non-essential spending declines during economic downturns, was discussed by industry veterans. Catherine De Noire, an OnlyFans creator and brothel manager, explained that sex work is often the first discretionary expense people cut when economic uncertainty rises [1]. However, she added that crypto fluctuations have not led to noticeable changes in spending behavior among clients, whether in physical clubs or online platforms [1].

Data from OnlyGuider, a site that analyzes OnlyFans subscriber behavior, showed that the top 0.1% of creators earned over $2 million in April 2025, a time when Bitcoin averaged $94,207. While creators in this group saw rising earnings as Bitcoin’s price increased in May and June, the correlation was not consistent enough to be considered reliable [1].

OnlyFans has not integrated cryptocurrency as a payment method, unlike some of its competitors. De Noire noted that cash remains the preferred method for many clients in the adult industry due to its anonymity [1]. Allie Eve Knox, an erotic film star and former advocate for crypto integration via projects like SpankChain and SpankPay, also observed a decline in customer interest in crypto-based payments in recent years. She noted that as crypto prices rise, content consumption often declines, as users focus on increasing their holdings rather than spending them [1].

The relationship between crypto and adult entertainment appears to have evolved over time. While the 2021 NFT boom opened new monetization opportunities for creators, the convenience of traditional and digital payment methods has since diminished the appeal of crypto as a preferred transaction tool [1]. Moreover, global regulatory pressures, such as a recent crackdown in China, have created additional challenges for the industry [1].

Despite initial optimism, cryptocurrency’s role in adult entertainment remains limited. While pockets of overlap exist—such as simultaneous gains in Bitcoin and top OnlyFans creators’ earnings—these trends do not suggest a consistent or meaningful connection between the two markets [1].

Source: [1] Stripper index doesn’t apply to Bitcoin, OnlyFans models say (https://cointelegraph.com/news/stripper-index-doesn-t-apply-to-bitcoin-onlyfans-models-say)