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etsy

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Etsy’s marketplace is a haven for those looking to purchase ‘substitute swastikas’

Some sellers don't even tried to hide it.

On Jun 14, 2022 by Max Fenton

Tech
fists

Why Etsy sellers are on strike—and asking you to boycott this week (updated)

More than 5,000 sellers are participating.

On Apr 11, 2022 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

Internet Culture
A picture of the U.S. Capitol. A group of internet companies have formed a coalition that will lobby Congress against making sweeping changes to Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act.

Internet companies join together to warn Congress about messing with Section 230

The companies include Reddit, Etsy, Vimeo, and others.

On Dec 16, 2020 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
A woman wearing a QAnon t-shirt at a Trump rally

Etsy says it’s banning QAnon merch

The marketplace says the conspiracy violates its policies on items that endorse misinformation.

On Oct 7, 2020 by Mikael Thalen

Tech
lesbian earrings

TikTok lesbians will make earrings out of literally anything

From glue sticks to tiny doll chairs, anything can be earlobe decor.

On Sep 21, 2020 by Cecilia Lenzen

Internet Culture IRL
Etsy logo with E replaced by Q

QAnon merch is all over Etsy

Despite crackdowns on social media, the conspiracy theory continues to flourish elsewhere.

On Jul 29, 2020 by Mikael Thalen

Tech
trans etsy shop ban - @stwawbwewymilk

Etsy bans trans creator’s NSFW art store

Advocates say the ban is discriminatory.

On Mar 9, 2020 by Ginny Woo

IRL
what is toxic shock syndrome

People are selling homemade tampons on Etsy

Experts warn: buyer beware.

On Feb 21, 2020 by Alexandra Samuels

Internet Culture IRL
game of thrones home decor

18 accessories to prepare your home for ‘Game of Thrones’

Your house might not be fit for the one true king, but you can at least do a little decorating to spruce up the place.

On Apr 11, 2019 by Christine Burkson, Marisa Losciale

Dot Recs IRL

You can now buy goth Crocs

These are some dangerous looking Crocs.

On Mar 28, 2019 by David Britton

Internet Culture
Items marked with swastikas are listed for sale on Etsy.

Are Nazis selling swastika merchandise on Etsy?

It can be shocking to see items with the symbol brazenly posted for sale. 

On Jul 26, 2018 by Joseph Knoop

IRL Layer 8
Etsy raises transaction fees, frustrating sellers.

Etsy just upped its transaction fees—and sellers are pissed

People are looking for alternatives.

On Jun 14, 2018 by Kris Seavers

IRL
net neutrality protest sign keep the net free

Etsy, Kickstarter among tech giants suing FCC over net neutrality

They join 21 states that filed suit earlier this year.

On Mar 6, 2018 by Phillip Tracy

Tech

This pixel heart necklace is the perfect Valentine’s gift for Zelda fans

Luckily, it doesn't make that horrible beeping noise.

On Jan 31, 2017 by Colette Bennett

Dot Recs IRL

This sticker will make your AirPod case look like dental floss

Keep your pricey headphones safe and remember to floss at the same time.

On Jan 3, 2017 by John-Michael Bond

Tech

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