, a combination advocates argued glamorized dangerous drug use and increased infection risks. Public Indecency
In 2014, an Administrative Law Judge upheld the OSHA citations against TIM, establishing a landmark ruling that barrier protection is necessary safety equipment, affirming that performers are employees subject to occupational health standards. Industry Bans: Treasure Island Media Slammed
Major payment processors and streaming platforms have quietly de-platformed TIM’s catalog. In late 2025, Vimeo and several European VOD services removed their content, citing violations of “health and safety in the workplace” clauses—not obscenity. This financial stranglehold has led industry analysts to label TIM a “legacy liability,” and the studio has been slammed for failing to adapt to modern performer safety standards. , a combination advocates argued glamorized dangerous drug
"I've always loved Treasure Island Media for its bold and unapologetic voice," said local artist, Michael Chen. "But if the criticism is true, then maybe it's time for a change. I hope the organization can find a way to move forward and regain the trust of the community." In late 2025, Vimeo and several European VOD
However, critics are not convinced. Dr. Sarah Linden, a public health professor at UC Berkeley, argues that "curable" does not mean "trivial."