Regulators in China are scouring social media platforms and censoring those deemed to be engaged in morally corrupt behavior.
Ethical influencers create content that aims to educate their online audiences about the impact of day-to-day consumption habits and more sustainable lifestyles.
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Much of social media influencing is about getting people to consume more. However, ethical influencers are using their online presence to advocate for sustainable lifestyles.
Given the current state of the economy and governmental policy, it’s unsurprising that so many are lured by the appeal of passive income.
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David Craig, USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism and Stuart Cunningham, Queensland University of Technology
Even the world’s most successful creators can see their livelihoods threatened by social media companies that routinely change their algorithms and policies with impunity.
As social media becomes more prevalent in our lives, a career as an influencer may seem enticing. But those interested in this new career should be aware of the challenges.
The best influencers regularly highlight their competence.
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In a loosely regulated industry, followers shouldn’t necessarily buy what these influencers are selling.
Influencers like Kim Kardashian, who has 307 million followers on Instagram, need to be aware of problematic engagement.
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Influencers need to be aware that some of their followers may have unhealthy relationships with social media. Although it contrasts with their goals, influencers can help create healthy relationships.
There’s a fortune to made as a successful finfluencer. The gains for followers are far less certain.
A sign outside Lions Gate Hospital in North Vancouver, B.C., explains visitor restrictions to limit the spread of the novel coronavirus COVID-19.
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Hospitals have requested that people avoid non-emergency visits, and conspiracy theorists are posting images of empty parking lots online as false proof that COVID-19 is an elaborate hoax.
The Goop Lab obscures the distinction between entertainment and evidence.
Comedian Celeste Barber’s fundraising efforts have gained monumental support. But we need to think of long-term engagement in climate action too.
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Celeste Barber’s $45 million fundraiser is amazing, but battling Australia’s fires should be an ongoing effort. With the help of social media, it can be.
“Sadfishers” are people who post sensitive or emotional personal material online to gain sympathy or attention. But this behaviour might actually indicate a deeper psychological issue.
Wellness ‘gurus’ like Belle Gibson (not pictured here) have changed the way we think about our own health.
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