VidCon 2026: How creators are launching their own products without relying on brand deals
In 2026, fans increasingly understand that content creators are small businesses, not just influencers. More and more creators are taking the role a step further and launching businesses with their own product lines, from clothing lines to candy bars. Creators and industry leaders discussed this shift at VidCon 2026 Thursday’s discussion, “Product vs. Content: Why […]
At VidCon, E! founder says Hollywood is making content for the wrong screens
When Larry Namer co-founded E! Entertainment Television in 1987, the future of entertainment looked a lot like cable. Now, nearly 40 years later, he thinks it looks like a smartphone held upright. Speaking at VidCon 2026, a television executive who runs one of the most recognizable brands in pop culture made a simple argument. The […]
Can AI level the playing field for working-class content creators?
The dream of many content creators is to eventually have a Mr. Beast-level team who can help edit, thumbnail, and promote their content across platforms. But for many creators, in addition to creating the content in the first place, they have to do all of that work themselves. Roberto Blake, founder of Awesome Creator Academy, […]
Ned Fulmer takes center stage at VidCon and talks about learning from mistakes
“Hey, imagine waking up every day and being Ned Fulmer.” These were the words of Ned Fulmer, who spoke on the “F*ckups, Fixes, and Lessons Learned” panel at VidCon on June 25th. He was citing comments that were floating around on his feed in the aftermath of the 2022 cheating scandal that led to his […]
Featuring Alicia Keys, Springsteen, and Dionne Warwick
The music world has been in mourning since news broke that Clive Davis had passed away at the age of 94 on Monday (June 22). One of the most influential music industry moguls of all time, Davis guided the careers of the likes of Whitney Houston, Alicia Keys and Barry Manilow, signed everyone from Janis […]
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelsey keep wedding location a secret from guests
“I don’t want to keep secrets just to protect you,” Taylor Swift sings in “Cruel Summer,” but she and Travis Kelce plan to keep some secrets from their wedding guests in order to keep the location a secret. At least that’s what it sounds like, based on what George and Claire Kittle told Entertainment Tonight […]
Jonas Blue on Rebranding, SENSES & ‘Absolutely Horrendous’ State of AI
Most DJs aspire to ascend to the level of commercial success Jonas Blue has reached. With 22 hits on Billboard Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart. But commercial success doesn’t necessarily equate to happiness. Explore See latest videos, charts and news In 2024, he felt lost in his corner of the music industry. After a decade of […]
Priyanka Chopra brings the colors of Sylvia Cherassi to Cannes Lions 2026
Priyanka Chopra Jonas brought a colorful burst of energy to Sylvia Cherassi’s conversation on “Building a Legacy: Moving Culture through Originality and Borderless Expression” at Cannes Lion 2026 in France on Wednesday. priyanka chopra jonas Cannes Lions Getty Images “The Bluff” actress chose a Dixon dress that featured an ombre design in colors ranging from […]
Aooo Talk Road to second album “Rooom”: Interview
Japanese rock band Aooo recently released their second studio album, “Rooom.” It is characterized by the formation of a dream team consisting of 4 people with a solid background: Riko Ishino (Vo.), a former Akai Park vocalist and solo artist, Hikaru Yamamoto (B.), known for supporting vocaloid P singer-songwriters THREEE (Gt.), YOASOBI, etc., and Tsumiki […]
Katei announces the latest information on Manon’s hiatus, warns against making assumptions
Cat Eye once again addressed Manon’s ongoing hiatus, sharing with Allure that the best thing the members and EYEKONS can do right now is not to “speculate” as to whether or not she will return. In a cover story published on Thursday (June 25), Sofia served as a spokesperson for the group, which also consists […]