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The dark, uncertain world of creator funds

Dec 5, 2022 · 24m
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  • Digital creators on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook struggle with uncertain income from creator funds that rarely provide sustainable living wages
  • Platforms' opaque algorithms and changing policies create instability for creators trying to build full-time careers on social media
  • Investigation questions whether platform-operated creator funds adequately compensate creators compared to direct advertiser relationships and alternative monetization

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