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From content to coffee and comics: YouTuber Jacksepticeye on turning passions into businesses

Ireland’s top YouTuber Sean “Jacksepticeye” McLoughlin has ventured into high-end fashion, coffee production, toys, and comic books. He's just getting started.

On Apr 18, 2023 by Steven Asarch

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Creator Clash took the beef out of influencer boxing

Upsets and triumphs made this year’s Creator Clash an absolute success.

On Apr 18, 2023 by Steven Asarch

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Patreon lays out its plans for tackling AI in the creator space

'We want to make sure that any guideline is as creator-first as possible.'

On Apr 13, 2023 by Charlotte Colombo

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When it needed a pop culture BFF, TikTok turned to Hello Tefi

Creator Tefi Pessoa, aka Hello Tefi, has had a massive impact on the social media landscape this year.

On Apr 13, 2023 by Grace Stanley

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‘I don’t know how much longer I’ll be here’: Twitter limits Substack-related tweets, sparking backlash from creators

‘This is a big deal for independent writers.'

On Apr 11, 2023 by Patricia Grisafi

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Bailey Spinn puts her acting and music skills to the test on TikTok

Known for acting challenges, Spinn is now debuting her music career to her 14 million followers.

On Apr 11, 2023 by Carrie Berk

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‘Please read the room’: Streaming community rallies against Twitch’s proposed ‘sponsorship experiments’

‘I don’t know what worries me more, the fact you came up with this idea or the fact that you think you’re doing this to help streamers.’

On Apr 6, 2023 by Charlotte Colombo

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Videographer Niyi Fagbemi discusses his niche, how he monetizes, and his advice for Nigerian creators

‘One thing I’m really passionate about is being able to change the mindsets of people when it comes to how they view Nigeria.’

On Apr 6, 2023 by Edikan Umoh

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Trans activist Erin Reed supports activism through content creation

‘I think it’s important as a leader of my community to directly confront people like Matt Walsh.’

On Apr 5, 2023 by Adrienne Hunter

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The rise and fall of Twitter’s blue tick

‘This MF paid for Twitter.’

On Mar 30, 2023 by Charlotte Colombo

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Adin Ross is the new defacto king of teenage edgelords

‘Fuck fame, it’s all about the money.’

On Mar 30, 2023 by Steven Asarch

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NIL rights are changing the creator economy, and Curastory is ushering in a new era of monetization tools for athletes

‘This is the first time in history student-athletes can monetize their social media just like a YouTuber.’

On Mar 30, 2023 by Lateefah Jean-Baptiste

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What do creators need to know about Section 230?

If you’re a creator, you may have heard Section 230 in the news lately. Here is Section 230, explained.

On Mar 28, 2023 by Franklin Graves

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What creators need to know about TikTok CEO Shou Chew’s congressional testimony

‘With data comes power.’

On Mar 27, 2023 by Franklin Graves

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Bbno$ is a product of the internet

The 27-year-old rapper is a viral content creator and a “gamer at heart.”

On Mar 23, 2023 by Grace Stanley

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