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The 2023 Streamy Awards celebrated the best of online content creators and brands, with winners honored in 45 categories. MrBeast led the nominations with five bids, while other nominees included Charli D’Amelio, Logan Paul, and Zach King. The awards ceremony was hosted by MatPat and streamed live from the Hollywood Palladium. Categories included Creator of the Year, Show of the Year, and Streamer of the Year.
SAG-AFTRA, the entertainment industry union, is using the ongoing strike to recruit more online content creators, including those from technology companies like Apple and Amazon. The union recently informed creators that they should reject any work promoting "struck" companies or content, and nonunion influencers who work during the strike for targeted companies will not be admitted as members later on. The number of influencers who have joined the union so far remains unclear.
TikTok live streams featuring content creators adopting the persona of non-playable characters (NPCs) have gained popularity, with creators like Pinkydoll and Trisha Paytas attracting thousands of viewers. These streamers respond to gifts from fans in real time, adopting the guise of NPCs who lack discernible thoughts. While some viewers find the content baffling, it is important to recognize the effort and labor that goes into creating this type of content. The appeal of NPC streamers may stem from sexual fantasies, the desire to escape daily stressors, or the allure of a carefree existence.