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FROM THE INSIDE

Webtoon’s vice president of content David Lee shares how creators can monetize their comics

“This industry would not exist without creators.”

By Grace Stanley, Passionfruit Reporter

Webtoon VP, David Lee

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KREW

KREW shares the lessons they’ve learned about launching merch—and discuss partnership with Warren James

“We just wanted to push towards creating a brand that is for everyone”

By Grace Stanley, Passionfruit Reporter


IN THE BIZ

  • Adam Mosseri responded to backlash over proposed changes to Instagram, including criticism from the Kardashians.
  • Mosseri’s response comes after last weekend’s creator protest against the app’s harsh moderation at Instagram HQ in New York City. (via Buzzfeed News)
  • Creators are pivoting to chat apps like Discord and Geneva to cultivate their communities. (via the Washington Post)
  • Documents revealed how Roblox prepared to comply with Chinese censorship when it launched a version of its game in the country. (via Vice)

TIKTOK MADE ME DO IT

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