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As big brands look for the door, is YouTube really for creators?

YouTube is having a bit of an identity crisis.

On Oct 12, 2023 by Lon Harris

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The potential problems of YouTube’s new AI tools

In downtown Manhattan, Google showed off a new suite of AI tools coming over the next year. Here's what has me worried.

On Sep 22, 2023 by Steven Asarch

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Streamer Eric Morino is pushing the boundaries of gaming

Eric Morino, known online as PointCrow, is a glutton for punishment, pushing himself and the games he plays to the limits.

On Sep 18, 2023 by Steven Asarch

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The creator’s guide to TikTok Shop

Viewers are already sick of the ads. Here’s how to win them over.

On Sep 7, 2023 by Kristin Snyder

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Did MrBeast ruin YouTube?

After YouTubers JackSepticEye and MrBeast got into an internet feud, we are left with an important question.

On Sep 5, 2023 by Steven Asarch

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Passionfruit newsletter: And ‘Creator of the Year’ goes to…

Put on your best black tie attire, because we’re talking about a little indie creator awards show produced by Penske Media Corporation.

On Aug 30, 2023 by Grace Stanley

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Illinois became the first state to pass a law protecting child influencers

A new law passed in Illinois gives young content creators protection from family exploitation.

On Aug 16, 2023 by Franklin Graves

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The Try Guys are in their ‘f*ck it, let’s do what we want’ era

Known for trying out almost everything, the group is ready to open up to new experiences.

On Aug 14, 2023 by Steven Asarch

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A conversation with the creator behind the viral Gucci Mane ‘Woppenheimer’ art

The story of how fan art became the official image for Gucci Mane's latest single.

On Aug 11, 2023 by Leslie Peterson

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Marvel VFX artists take the first step toward unionizing, signaling far-reaching effects across entertainment and media

Should all creative laborers just go on strike? Let’s discuss.

On Aug 10, 2023 by Lon Harris

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‘Please pray for the youth’: People react to Kai Cenat’s chaotic PlayStation event with memes

The streamer's NYC giveaway didn't go as planned.

On Aug 7, 2023 by Sayou Cooper

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What makes the kids online safety act so controversial

The Kids Online Safety Act poses a danger to LGBTQ+ youth, minors in abusive homes, and many others.

On Jul 28, 2023 by Steven Asarch

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The state of the creator economy, according to three tech giants’ earnings calls

Meta and Google made a showy return this week. Snap didn’t fare as well.

On Jul 27, 2023 by J. Clara Chan

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‘IT’S ENOUGH SLICES!’: Activision sues creator Anthony Fantano after he requests six-figure payment for the use of his viral pizza slice TikTok audio

Everyone wants a slice of the revenue pie.

On Jul 26, 2023 by Franklin Graves

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Here’s what creators need to know about Elon Musk rebranding Twitter to X

X marks the spot, but is it buried treasure or fool's gold?

On Jul 24, 2023 by Steven Asarch