Features 31 July 2024 Can a church exist exclusively on the internet? Inside the emerging virtual-preaching economy in internet-obsessed Kenya. By Vincent Owino
Creator Economy 31 July 2024 Filipinos want the country’s biggest YouTube star to be their next president Raffy Tulfo’s popular YouTube show helped him become senator. It may get him elected president. By Angel Martinez
The Rise of AI 15 July 2024 Meta is training its AI with public Instagram posts. Artists in Latin America can’t opt out Latin America lacks robust data protection laws that would allow Meta users in the region to prohibit the company from using their content. By Lucila Pinto
Creator Economy 11 July 2024 The Northeast Indian YouTubers challenging cultural stereotypes through mukbang Creators from tribes in Northeast India hope these YouTube videos will help break down harmful stereotypes that have kept them isolated from the rest of the country. By Tora Agarwala
Creator Economy 8 July 2024 Chinese factory owners are becoming TikTok comedians to find new business partners Factory influencers are producing actually funny videos on TikTok, Instagram, and WeChat to increase B2B sales By Viola Zhou
Creator Economy 8 July 2024 Conservative evangelicals use social media to sway Brazil election The popularity of evangelical content, which often amplifies criticisms of the ruling party, could play an important role during October’s municipal elections. By Matheus Andrade and Daniela Dib
In Frame 2 July 2024 Making money as an influencer in Cuba is hard. These dancers found a way Despite the world’s slowest internet and payment restrictions, Los Datway manage to earn a living online. By Daniela Dib
Creator Economy 25 June 2024 Indonesia is trying to block LGBTQIA content from the internet A new broadcast bill imposes curbs on LGBTQIA content and other “negative” material, potentially hurting content creators and broadcasters in Indonesia. By Adi Renaldi
Creator Economy 24 June 2024 Argentina’s OnlyFans stars are coaching a new generation of performers Lessons include tips to attract customers with provocative poses and seductive words, and how to withdraw money from the platform. By Juan José Relmucao and Karen Costas
Creator Economy 20 June 2024 As Zimbabwe’s economy collapses, traditional healers are selling wealth advice on TikTok Locally known as sangomas, spiritual guides are gaining fame online, but they face criticism from their peers. By Chris Muronzi
Creator Economy 12 June 2024 Vietnam’s made-to-measure fashion brands are thriving in the TikTok era As shoppers sour on Chinese fast fashion, more sustainable Vietnamese brands — loved by K-pop artists and Western celebrities alike — are booming online. By Nhung Nguyen
Creator Economy 5 June 2024 The church of Roblox: How young Filipino Catholics are building more inclusive spaces Though not officially sanctioned, the role-playing clergy encourage young people to go deeper into their faith while providing a safe space for queer Catholics. By Patrick Kho