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• A new platform “by creators, for creators” will root out AI deepfakes
• Snapchat is handing out “Snappy Awards” to some of its top-performing creators

  Comedian and actor Matt Friend will host the inaugural edition of the Snappy Awards, which will celebrate high achievers on Snapchat.

  
• Kalshi has accused a MrBeast editor of insider trading. Will he go down as a cautionary tale?

  Kalshi pursued an insider trading case against a MrBeast editor who may have placed illegal bets via the prediction market.

  
• A study of 406 TikTok users found that 97% of them have followed a recipe they found on the app

  Through algorithmic and creator-driven influences, TikTok has a massive effect on its users' eating habits. Is that a good thing?

  
• YouTube increases the value of its Premium Lite tier through Background Play and Downloads
• As Opening Day of the 2026 MLB season approaches, TikTok is on deck
• Gen Alpha wants to play that phonky music
• Top 5 Branded Videos of the Week: Super Bowlympics + 5-hour Energy
• Top 50 Most Subscribed YouTube Channels Worldwide • Week Of 02/22/2026
• Top 50 Most Viewed YouTube Channels Worldwide • Week Of 02/22/2026
• Twitch hopes a nuanced approach can make suspensions less frustrating for streamers
• Have you heard? QCP’s centerfold, TikTok Shop’s reversal, and a YouTube brainrot blocker