#creator economy

Italian influencer Chiara Ferragni has been acquitted of aggravated fraud in the 'Pandorogate' charity cake scandal. Read about the Milan court's decision and its impact.

Small businesses are fighting back against influencers demanding freebies for 'exposure.' We explore the viral trend of public call-outs and what it means for the creator economy.

"Weekends Off Comics" creator Anime4000 reveals how she built a successful webcomic with just her phone, why she ended the series at 100 episodes, and what's next.

PayPal's Honey extension faces a firestorm of controversy and lawsuits from YouTubers over allegations it "steals" commissions and exploits businesses. We break down the accusations.

BuzzFeed's viral listicles reveal a new, hyper-accelerated retail funnel driven by social commerce, Amazon, and the 'dupe economy'. Here's what it means.

A simple webcomic reveals a powerful blueprint for the creator economy. We analyze how micro-niche content and authenticity are disrupting traditional media.

A deep-dive analysis of how cat memes are not just viral content, but the engine of a multi-billion dollar pet economy and the future of digital engagement.

In an era of AI-generated images, one artist's viral 'two-phone trick' reveals a powerful counter-trend in creative photography and content creation.

The chaotic first U.S. TikTok Awards revealed a critical truth: The platform's algorithmic magic can't be replicated. An analysis of the future of media.

An analysis of how social media and the creator economy are turning historic castles into high-value digital assets, fueling a new 'Castle Economy'.

An artist's viral dog embroidery reveals key trends in the creator economy, pet humanization, and the future of authentic D2C commerce. Analysis for leaders.

A viral story about a keyboard reveals a deep societal shift from gratitude to transactionalism. Here's why it impacts your company's future.