Geoff Weiss

• Triller Launches NFT Marketplace, Jake Paul-Themed Token Sale Ahead Of Boxing Bout
• Community, A Platform Enabling Creators To Text Message Their Fans, Raises $40 Million

  Community, a text messaging-based platform favored by influencers, celebrities, and brands -- which opens up a new communication avenue with their fans -- has raised $40 million in funding from Salesforce Ventures, the software giant's investment arm.

  
• Twitch Unveils New Punishment Policies For Severe Misconduct That Occurs Off-Platform

  Twitch has unveiled new policies and procedures to punish cases of severe misconduct that occur entirely off of its platform.

  
• A3 Artists Agency Signs TikTok Multi-Threat Madi Monroe (Exclusive)

  Megawatt TikTok star Madi Monroe, who counts 14 million followers on the micro-video platform, has signed to talent agency A3 Artists.

  
• YouTube Video Soundtracker ‘Epidemic Sound’ Bulks Up Audio Effects Library
• Valkyrae, CouRage Join Ownership Circle Of Top Gaming Org 100 Thieves
• Following Split With Doing Things Media, The Creators Behind ‘All Gas No Brakes’ Launch Indie Journalism Venture
• TikTok, IPG Mediabrands Form ‘Creator Collective’ To Connect TikTokers And Advertisers
• Clubhouse Will Now Let Users Send Payments To Creators (Without Taking A Cut)
• Gen Z Studio Invisible Narratives Taps YouTube Comedian ‘Cherdleys’ For Next Feature Film
• UTA Hires Activision Vet Ander Nickell To Lead Esports Brand Partnerships
• YouTube Topped Every Other App Globally In Terms Of Consumer Spend in Q1 2021 (Report)