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The sociological significance of TikTok
This is excellent by Taylor Lorenz and a great counterpoint to my tendency to frame algorithmic filtering as an intrinsically destructive thing:
Since 2020, TikTok has served as a major hub for progressive speech and activism. The ban will deplatform thousands of progressive content creators and skew online discourse toward conservative ideologies. It will consolidate media influence within right leaning platforms like Meta and X. Over time, I believe this reconfiguration will permanently alter the political landscape of the creator economy.
When Vine ceased operations, social media was still in its formative years. Though the app formally shut down in 2017, it quietly shuttered months earlier in the fall of 2016, and creators had begun a mass exodus a full year before that, when it became clear that the app was in a death spiral. Platforms like YouTube and Instagram were still establishing their footholds, and the concept of the “creator economy” was years away from existence. Vine’s shutdown displaced creators, but the relatively small scale of the platform meant that the ripple effects were contained.
TikTok, however, is arguably the most culturally and politically relevant social media platform today. Not only is it a huge economic engine (TikTok contributed $24.2 billion to the GDP in 2023 and supports at least 224,000 American jobs), the app democratized content creation by disrupting the follower-based model of social media, allowing creators from a wider range of backgrounds to amass significant followings quickly. TikTok let “average” people enter the content creator industry without them having to invest an enormous amount of time or resources into building a platform.
The TikTok ban isn't just a platform reconfiguration,…
User MagOh dear, a sad day for all the Influencers and garbage creators, as well as their mindless followers.
The Supreme Court earlier upheld a law that would ban…
www.bbc.com@TheBreadmonkey Apparently i was all my live "to old" to understand this kind of shit.
Still remember the time when rapper started wearing HUGE pacifiers - as something cool.
Guess one doesn't need to know more about the mental health state of mankind nowadays.
#celebrities #influencers
Maintainers and Influencers in Crypto Projects: Who Are Ambassadors and Why Are They Important?
The world of cryptocurrencies is evolving at a rapid pace, and with it, the roles played by participants in the ecosystem are diversifying. Among new terms like maintainers, influencers, and ambassadors, it is crucial to understand what lies behind these roles and what influence these individuals have on crypto projects.
In addition, in a decentralized environment, the code of ethics plays a special role. It serves not only as a recommendation but also as the foundation of trust in a world where data and reputation are key assets.
Who Are the Maintainers in Crypto Projects?
Maintainers are developers and leaders of technical teams who support, update, and advance blockchain platforms, decentralized applications (dApps), and smart contracts.
Their main responsibilities include:
Managing the codebase: This involves overseeing repositories (e.g., GitHub), reviewing pull requests, and ensuring code quality.
Solving technical issues: They implement changes to maintain network stability or enhance functionality.
Participating in decision-making: Some maintainers serve on governing boards of DAOs (Decentralized Autonomous Organizations) and contribute to project strategies.
Example: The Ethereum Foundation collaborates with maintainers to support and develop updates for the Ethereum network, such as the transition to Proof-of-Stake.
Influencers: Marketing or Manipulation?
Influencers are public figures who promote crypto projects on platforms like YouTube, Twitter (now X), and Telegram. Their role is twofold:
Positive Impact:
Sharing information about projects.
Educating audiences through reviews and tutorials.
Attracting new users and investors.
Risks of Manipulation:
Promoting tokens without disclosing sponsorship.
Engaging in "pump-and-dump" schemes (artificially inflating prices before selling assets).
Example: Influencers like BitBoy Crypto have faced criticism for promoting questionable projects.
Who Are Ambassadors in Crypto Projects?
Ambassadors are community representatives who serve as the face of a project, fostering development and building trust. Unlike influencers, they often work voluntarily or under minimal sponsorship, representing the project rather than their personal interests.
Main Responsibilities of Ambassadors:
Educating the audience: Hosting workshops, webinars, and answering questions for newcomers.
Creating content: Writing blogs, translating documentation, and crafting memes for social media.
Engaging with the community: Moderating chats, organizing meetups, and managing DAO voting.
Ambassadors act as the "voice of the project," boosting its visibility in regional and global markets.
Code of Ethics in Crypto: Is There a Place for Morality?
In a decentralized and often anonymous environment, the crypto space attracts not only enthusiasts but also scammers. Ethical principles are critical for protecting communities and maintaining trust.
Core Elements of a Code of Ethics:
Transparency:
Developers and teams must be open with their communities.
Partnerships and revenue sources should be disclosed.
Accountability:
Influencers must disclose the promotional nature of their posts.
Maintainers should prioritize security to prevent hacks.
Privacy:
Respect user confidentiality.
Avoid misusing user data.
Prohibition of Market Manipulation:
Participants should avoid pump-and-dump schemes and insider trading.
Example: Projects like Cardano and Polkadot actively develop internal ethical guidelines to define how teams and ambassadors interact with users.
Conclusion
The roles of maintainers, influencers, and ambassadors in the crypto space are distinct yet complementary. Maintainers ensure technical stability, influencers drive popularity, and ambassadors foster trust within the community.
However, their actions must adhere to ethical standards, as user trust is the cornerstone of any blockchain ecosystem. This raises the question: How effectively can the crypto community safeguard its values while minimizing risks of manipulation?
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Maintainers and Influencers in Crypto Projects: Who Are Ambassadors and Why Are They Important? - Infosec.Pub
https://infosec.pub/post/22342418
I just saw the strangest ad on TV. It was a YouTuber promoting Rocket Money. And I was really confused about how I was watching YouTube, but I’m not. I’m streaming using the direct TV app.
I don’t like the guy, he turned really misogynistic within the past couple years, but I have watched his videos in the past about budgeting and credit.
Maybe he’s been paid for it, but maybe the way his contract with them is written they can steal clips of his videos and use them for TV commercials without compensation. Or maybe it’s AI pretending to be him.
It’s not my business, but I’m worried about the #influencers getting ripped off by megacorporations. As much as I dislike that they turned most social media into just platforms of ads, I love that people can find income streams that don’t depend on driving to an office.
I'm talking with my wife and a friend right now and we again note, that there is a great lack of #progressive #male #feminist #influencers. Where is the talk about literature for progressive men?
And before you tell me to search for literature: I know that, but I am specifically asking about die public discourse.
Where are the spaces for men to talk about role models? Why are we not creating them?
The Men Who Use #Instagram to #Groom Child #Influencers
Photographers and other men offer to build online followings for young girls, but some are #pedophiles who work with parents to #sexualize them.
https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/30/us/child-influencers-photographers-abuse.html
Photographers and other men offer to build online followings…
The New York TimesAitana, 25, a pink-haired woman from Barcelona, receives…
Bytes Europe"Misleidende influencers"
--> "De invloed van influencers is de afgelopen jaren alleen maar gegroeid."
--> "Het vertrouwen in influencers door hun volgers is uniek."
--> "Wanneer influencers ongefundeerde gezondheidsclaims of schadelijke adviezen verspreiden, kunnen de gevolgen verstrekkend zijn."
(Via @bitsoffreedom ) #podcast #influencers
https://www.bitsoffreedom.nl/podcast/misleidende-influencers/
Deze week hebben we het met Lotje over misleidende…
Bits of Freedom PodcastUnseen Japan: Japanese Cosmetic Surgeon Under Fire for Posting Autopsy Photos. “Cosmetic surgeon Kuroda Aimi treated a medical training trip to Guam as a fun holiday, posting pics of dead bodies and flashing a peace sign.”
This is why I don't like using these coupon things.
Honey’s deal-hunting browser extension is accused of ripping off influencers
#covid #influencers #vaccines #AntiVaxxers
'New work by U-M School of Information lecturer Elle O’Brien, student Ronith Ganjigunta and UMSI assistant professor Paramveer Dhillon found that wellness influencers were more likely to post messages on Twitter in 2020-2022 (rebranded as X in 2023) expressing anti-vaccination stances during the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine.'
Wellness influencers showed higher rates of vaccine…
University of Michigan NewsAttention-Worthy Links for December 22nd, 2024
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Exposing the Honey Influencer Scam https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vc4yL3YTwWk
#Honey #AffliliateLinks #Influencers #HoneyExtension #Discounts #Savings #Coupon #Coupons
Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original…
www.youtube.comUntil recently, Latin America’s most viewed figure on YouTube was then president of Mexico, Andrés Manuel López Obrador. His press conferences were watched for 49 million hours in 2023 alone. A slew of creators built reputations, audiences, and careers on covering those press conferences. Now, López Obrador is out of office — and the YouTubers are trying to figure out how to stay relevant.
https://restofworld.org/2024/amlo-youtubers-mexico-president/
#Tech #Technology #Mexico #YouTube #Influencers #Newstodon #NewstodonFriday #FollowFriday
"The latest phase of the digital media transition, the rapid rise of short-form video, is arguably an even bigger step-change. Platforms such as TikTok and Instagram now dwarf Facebook, X and Bluesky among young people, and the same shift is under way among adults.
These platforms are fundamentally different. Text-based social media still favoured mainstream journalism, partly because pithy writing helps — and the chronological feed rewarded news. With the pivot to video, the balance tilts the other way. On TikTok and Instagram, the currency is charisma, energy and delivery: being first is less important than being hyper-engaging.
This is borne out in more Reuters data showing that even as social media began to cannibalise news websites, the most prominent news accounts on text-based social platforms were still mainstream journalists and news organisations. In video land, people are more likely to turn to influencers and content creators than traditional sources, not just for lifestyle content but for news."
https://www.ft.com/content/2262f82e-fb65-445b-b99c-b039c1b32ce9
#SocialMedia #SocialNetworks #TikTok #Media #News #Journalism #Politics #Influencers
Populism is the winner in the shift from traditional…
Financial TimesFACUA considera acertada la reforma de la ley que regula el derecho de rectificación para que afecte a los 'influencers'
La asociación valora positivamente que se aumente de 7 a 10 días el plazo para requerir el ejercicio del derecho de rectificación tanto a particulares como a medios de comunicación.
https://facua.org/noticias/el-gobierno-incluye-a-los-influencers-en-la-ley-del-derecho-de-rectificacion-ante-los-bulos/
#FACUA #influencers #rectificación #bulos
La asociación valora positivamente que se aumente de…
facua.orgEr was gisteren een rondetafelgesprek over "misleidende influencers" in de Tweede Kamer.
Daarbij was ook een vertegenwoordiger van TikTok.
Dit had een interessant gesprek kunnen zijn, gegeven de beïnvloeding in Nederland door social media, X in het bijzonder, en de recente situatie in Roemenië met TikTok.
Maar het was verscheurend saai. Iedereen sprak in platitudes en het herhalen van vermoeide praatpunten.
Het interesseert de politiek niet.
Volg de debatten van de Tweede Kamer live met extra…
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