TikTok once planned to use content posted by its users to influence Mitch McConnell, lawsuit reveals

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Attorneys general from 14 states are suing TikTok for using an algorithm they say harms children's mental health.

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Threads app chief shares her top advice for creators on how and when to post — as the engagement-bait debate swirls

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Meta executives don't want to "encourage" news on Threads, but this weekend proved it can thrive there.

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Substack has been ramping up in-person events, with creators hosting readings, debates, and more

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Sophia Efthimiatou and Matt Starr are behind Substack's latest IRL events.

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How TikTok is changing the music industry and the way we discover new, popular songs

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Gia Woods performs at the "Thrive With Pride" concert hosted by LA Pride and TikTok.

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Dude Perfect's new CEO explains why TV is a huge focus as the group looks to expand after raising over $100 million

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Top YouTube group Dude Perfect hires Andrew Yaffe as CEO.

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A new card lets influencers pay with content instead of cash at restaurants, spas, and more

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Maximiliaan Van Kuyk is a cofounder of OTH Network.

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A startup pitching AI as a way to automate 80% of influencer-marketing tasks gets funding from billionaire Tim Draper

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Dreamwell cofounders Anthony Bobsin and Kazzy Khazaal recently raised capital.

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The influencer middle class is feeling the pain as marketers turn toward superstars

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MrBeast's $100M Amazon reality show may succeed despite controversy. But it could come back to haunt him.

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MrBeast is the world's most popular YouTuber.

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Top YouTuber MrBeast has acquired a startup that aims to be the LinkedIn for the creator economy

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Vouch, creator hiring platform
Vouch, which was acquired by MrBeast, matches creators with potential job candidates.

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