The creator economy, which enables people to produce, distribute and monetize content while building interactive communities, has grown to be a $250bn industry, democratising information and promoting transparency.
Social media hyped up the creative industry during the pandemic years, yet recent interest from both investors and policymakers illustrate its growing legitimacy.
By 2027, the creator economy is predicted to reach almost half a trillion dollars, yet with growth comes new challenges.
The instability of creators’ income, the fast turnover of content, and attracting big creators are all obstacles facing creative startups.
The creator economy’s journey starts with content creation, moves through publishing, engagement and community-building, and ends with monetisation.
In the US, social media is replacing news for younger users. More people under 35 seek financial advice from “finfluencers” than traditional professionals
The creator economy trends require a legal framework to protect consumers, especially younger audiences, from misinformation.
Investment in the creator economy has evolved as the hype fades. Success depends on attracting creators organically and addressing critical needs.
Despite U.S. chip restrictions, Chinese AI companies turn challenges into opportunities by optimizing models for efficiency.
Big changes may be ahead for Big Tech in Europe as the new commissioner, Henna Virkkunen, signals a shift in focus toward enforcement and tech sovereignty.