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Content Creator Economy Gets a Boost as Monetization Platforms Grow, Add Services
Content Creator Economy Gets a Boost as Monetization Platforms Grow, Add Services
September 22, 2021  |  Streaming

As social media platforms hold their trajectory as an evolutionary step in where and how people find and consume entertainment, the growing universe of independent content creators — podcasters, game makers, video artists and more...

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Content Creation Firm Patreon Acquires Tech Recruiting Company
Content Creation Firm Patreon Acquires Tech Recruiting Company
August 31, 2021  |  Partnerships / Acquisitions

Patreon, an 8-year-old content creation platform that’s helped its users generate a combined $2 billion, has acquired technology recruiting firm Clear Talent, according to a Tuesday...

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Patreon Chips Away At Digital Content Creator Stigma
Patreon Chips Away At Digital Content Creator Stigma
April 23, 2021  |  Merchant Innovation

For artists, especially those with commercial ambitions, only a chosen few get to the big show. It was a frustrating fact for many in the...

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Patreon Notches $155 Million At $4 Billion Valuation
Patreon Notches $155 Million At $4 Billion Valuation
April 07, 2021  |  Investments

Creator crowdfunding startup Patreon raised $155 million at a $4 billion valuation led by new investor Tiger Global Management with participation from Woodline Partners, Wellington...

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Patreon Subscription Website Raises $90M, Value Upped To $1.2B
Patreon Subscription Website Raises $90M, Value Upped To $1.2B
September 02, 2020  |  Investments

Membership platform Patreon has raised $90 million in new funding, Variety reported. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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Patreon Debuts Cash Advances For Users
Patreon Debuts Cash Advances For Users
February 18, 2020  |  Loans

Patreon, known for its platform for content creators to earn money from fans, will be entering the micro-loan business, according to reports. Get the Full Story...

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How Patreon Overcame Its Subscription Struggles
How Patreon Overcame Its Subscription Struggles
February 07, 2020  |  Subscription Commerce

Complex payment plans and hidden processing fees on content sharing platforms can send subscribers looking for services elsewhere — something Patreon learned the hard way...

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Top News In Payments: Stripe To Power Digital, In-Store Payments For Lightspeed; Fed Weighs Cost And Benefits Of Digital Currency
Top News In Payments: Stripe To Power Digital, In-Store Payments For Lightspeed; Fed Weighs Cost...
February 06, 2020  |  News

In today’s top payments news, Stripe and Lightspeed team up to advance in-store and online payments for retailers and restaurants, the Federal Reserve weighs the...

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After Subscription Stumbles, How Patreon Won Back Customer Trust
After Subscription Stumbles, How Patreon Won Back Customer Trust
February 06, 2020  |  Subscription Commerce

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