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US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
21 hours ago

Influencers and OnlyFans models are dominating O-1 visa requests: This is the American dream now'

Influencers increasingly obtain O-1 visas as their commercial impact grows, with O-1 approvals rising 50% from 2014 to 2024.
Marketing
fromThe SportsRush
1 day ago

Natalie Decker's Perfect Case for Why NASCAR Drivers Cannot Ignore Social Media to Build Their Brand

A strong social media presence is essential for NASCAR drivers to build personal brands, secure sponsorships, and sustain their racing careers.
Gadgets
fromKotaku
2 days ago

AMD Puts Its Ryzen 7 7700X on Clearance at Nearly 40% Off, the Lowest Price for 8-Core and 16-Thread Unlocked Desktop CPU - Kotaku

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X offers eight cores and sixteen threads delivering high-performance gaming and creative workloads, currently discounted to $252 from $399 on Amazon.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
5 days ago

Influencers and OnlyFans Models Turn to Artist Visas to Enter US

Social media influencers and content creators increasingly obtain O-1B visas by presenting follower metrics, earnings, and brand deals as evidence of extraordinary artistic ability.
Gadgets
fromKotaku
5 days ago

Amazon's CPU Clearance Kicks Off With the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X at Its Lowest Price (12-Core, 24-Thread Unlocked Desktop Processor) - Kotaku

AMD Ryzen 9 9900X 12-core, 24-thread CPU is on sale for $389.99 and offers strong gaming, multitasking, and creative-work performance for upgrade-friendly PC builds.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

The Shure MV88 USB-C stereo mic mounts directly to your phone

Shure's MV88 USB-C is a compact, smartphone-mountable condenser microphone offering four polar patterns, onboard processing, and app controls, aimed at content creators.
Online marketing
fromMoneyLion
1 week ago

I'm a Passive Income Expert: How To Make $27K Every Week

Passive income can be generated through investing, content creation (YouTube, podcasts), affiliate marketing, and selling digital products, each with different effort and scalability.
#generative-ai
fromThe Drum
1 week ago
Marketing

5 ways marketers can use ChatGPT - and the future of generative AI for marketing

fromThe Drum
1 week ago
Marketing

5 ways marketers can use ChatGPT - and the future of generative AI for marketing

Retirement
fromSubstack
1 week ago

2025: The Year I Got a Book Deal and Forgot How to Golf

Consistent daily content creation and hiring help produced prolific output and audience growth: about 250,000 words, 52 essays, a book, and roughly 4,400 weekly readers.
fromKotaku
1 week ago

DJI Mic Mini Bundle Enters Clearance at 53% Off, With Direct Osmo Action Camera Connectivity - Kotaku

It's easy to see how the DJI Mic Mini (2 TX + 1 RX + Charging Case), a portable and lightweight wireless microphone system will help your video, vlog, interview, and live streaming have professional-quality sound. No longer do you need to be bothered by having cables getting in the way of capturing your best shots; the DJI Mic Mini has got you covered by bringing clear, top-notch sound directly to your smartphone, camera, or laptop.
Gadgets
Mental health
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago

The Weirdly Refreshing Honesty of the Oscars of TikTok

Social media platforms, especially TikTok, amplify addictive behaviors and mental-health harms while normalizing the conversion of everyday life into consumable content.
Food & drink
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

I grew my side hustle to become a full-time food influencer. Here's the breakdown of where my money comes from.

Davon Moseley turned Royale Eats from a graduate-school hobby into a full-time, sustainable food-content business by diversifying income and building a small production team.
#ai-writing
fromDigiday
2 weeks ago

Despite the hype, agentic AI isn't ready to take the brand controls just yet

For the better part of 2025, agentic AI has been the industry's buzzword. It's defined as "a situation where multiple AI agents work together to complete complex tasks, with minimal oversight or intervention from a human user," as Digiday explains it. The minimal oversight from a human user, however, seems to be the hangup keeping marketers from embracing agentic AI's full autonomy.
Artificial intelligence
#mountain-biking
fromBikeMag
2 weeks ago
Bicycling

Nukeproof Makes Its World Cup Downhill Comeback with Axess Racing

Graham produced global-scale photo and video content for YT Industries, working with top MTB athletes to shape the brand and promote the Live Uncaged motto.
fromBikeMag
3 weeks ago
Bicycling

After Catasrophic Hardline Injury: Edgar Briole is Reborn

Graham produced global-scale MTB photo and video content for YT Industries, shaping the Live Uncaged brand by blending art, adventure, and freeride culture.
#creator-economy
fromDigiday
1 month ago
Social media marketing

Why creator Bashel Lewis ditched a five-year corporate career for the full-time creator grind

fromFortune
2 months ago
Social media marketing

YouTuber Hank Green warns Gen Z that being an influencer isn't all lazy mornings and free trips: 'The vast majority of your life is typing' | Fortune

fromDigiday
1 month ago
Social media marketing

Why creator Bashel Lewis ditched a five-year corporate career for the full-time creator grind

fromFortune
2 months ago
Social media marketing

YouTuber Hank Green warns Gen Z that being an influencer isn't all lazy mornings and free trips: 'The vast majority of your life is typing' | Fortune

Artificial intelligence
fromRolling Out
3 weeks ago

These ChatGPT prompts are generating real income

Specific, market-focused prompts enable entrepreneurs, freelancers, and creators to monetize ChatGPT by producing sellable content, business services, and digital products.
Online learning
fromTalentLMS Blog
3 weeks ago

TalentLMS Product in Review 2025: A Year of Customer-Driven Innovation

TalentLMS enhanced speed, personalization, AI-driven content creation, translations, assessments, and integrations to deliver smarter, faster, and more scalable workplace learning.
Marketing
fromInc
3 weeks ago

Marketing Expert Says Brands Must Hire This Little-Known Role to Win Social Media in 2026

Hire a culture and social listening lead who uses AI and social listening tools to identify viral trends and keep brands culturally relevant.
Online marketing
fromBenzinga
4 weeks ago

Kevin O'Leary Says Social Media Can Make Side Hustles Easier, Help Entrepreneurs Earn $1,000/Month - Shopify (NASDAQ:SHOP)

Modern technology and social media enable profitable side hustles, allowing entrepreneurs to earn an extra $1,000 monthly through content creation and online sales.
Social media marketing
fromDigital Trends
1 month ago

I used Nano Banana Pro to create 20 social media posts, the response they got was shocking

Using AI image generation (Nano Banana Pro) with detailed prompts significantly increased LinkedIn engagement and impressions and also boosted Instagram resonance.
#disney
US news
fromMilitary.com
1 month ago

Inside Military Life: Johnny Vargas Shares How He Turned Social Media Curiosity Into Booming Side Business

Johnny Vargas builds a lucrative social media and consulting business while serving as an Army NCO and plans to continue after medical retirement.
Food & drink
fromEater
1 month ago

The Worst Food and Dining Trends of 2025, According to Eater Editors

Reduce hype and performative practices in dining: prioritize human hospitality, balanced menus, and privacy-respecting convenience over lines, apps, and content-first experiences.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

You be the judge: should my wannabe influencer friend stop using me for content?

A friendship is strained by one friend’s constant filming and expectation that the other serve as an unpaid videographer, creating embarrassment and boundary issues.
Television
fromFortune
1 month ago

After he 'fired himself' from a Fortune 100 job that paid up to $800k, the 'Mister Rogers' of Corporate America shows Gen Z how to handle toxic bosses | Fortune

Timm Chiusano left a high-paying VP role at Charter to become a content creator focused on workplace advice and appreciating everyday life on TikTok.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Google engineer said landing an AI role took a year and daily studying

When I started off as a software engineer, my dad, who also works in tech, kept telling me to get into AI. I brushed it offbecause I was just starting off my engineering career, and no one was really talking about AI in 2019, unless they were getting a PhD. Then in 2023, the tech industry changed and everyone started going into AI. That led me to want to start pursuing AI as a job, and alsocreating content about it.
Artificial intelligence
#social-media
fromCGMagazine
1 month ago

Where Consumer Tech Meets Social Media: The New Digital Lifestyle

Seamless Device Integration Modern products aim for smooth links between gadgets and services. A cross platform syncing sits at the heart of this approach to keep content consistent. Designers focus on intuitive flows that let users pick up where they left off. Clear notifications guide action without creating overload or confusion. Small settings let people tune how their items share data. Security checks protect user items while keeping tasks simple and fast. This blend of ease and protection helps users stay productive and present.
Digital life
Writing
fromHer Campus
1 month ago

How Content Creation Helped Me Build Confidence and Connections

Anyone can start creating content with a phone camera and willingness, leading to opportunities like PR, personal growth, confidence building, and documenting life.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
1 month ago

This 6K Monitor Has More to Offer Than Just More Pixels

LG UltraFine Evo 6K is a 32-inch monitor offering exceptionally sharp 6K resolution, strong color accuracy, Mac-focused features, Thunderbolt 5, KVM, and loud built-in speakers.
Marketing
fromThe Drum
1 month ago

Struggling for content ideas? How to keep your content marketing stream flowing

Ambitious agency owners can consistently publish impactful short, opinionated pieces by reacting to existing coverage, venting quickly, and editing after a brief pause.
Gadgets
fromKotaku
1 month ago

DJI Clears Out Mic Mini Bundle, Now Selling for Pennies for Content Creators' Top Choice Mic - Kotaku

The DJI Mic Mini delivers professional-quality wireless audio, extreme portability, long battery life, and a 400-meter range at a steep Black Friday discount of $79.
Marketing tech
fromInc
1 month ago

10 AI Tools Marketers Are Using Right Now

Marketing professionals widely adopt AI tools like ChatGPT for research, content creation, strategy, and operational tasks to boost efficiency.
Artificial intelligence
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

The 7 Best Free Avatar Generator Tools to Create Custom Profiles in 2025

CapCut is the best free AI avatar generator for beginners, offering powerful, easy-to-use features and affordability for professional-quality avatars.
#ai-tools
fromThe Drum
1 month ago
Marketing tech

50% of consumers can detect AI-generated content - here's how to apply the human touch

AI tools significantly streamline content creation, but consumers increasingly detect AI-generated content, making human-centered authenticity essential for marketers.
frommashable.com
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Tons of AI tools for one low price

1min.AI provides lifetime access to multiple top AI models and tools for a one-time $79.99 payment with promo code SAVE20 through Nov. 2.
fromThe Drum
1 month ago
Marketing tech

50% of consumers can detect AI-generated content - here's how to apply the human touch

Music
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

The Voice of NYC: Ferris Wheel Jay takes a look back at his journey | amNewYork

Brooklyn-born Ferris Wheel Jay combines authentic creator voice with corporate strategy as Roc Nation brand strategist while preserving artistic identity and securing major brand deals.
Marketing tech
fromForbes
2 months ago

5 Tools That Streamline Content Creation For Your Small Business

Accessible tools like Capcut, Buffer, Planable and Canva let small business owners create and schedule engaging content without a dedicated marketing team.
#meta-ray-ban
fromZDNET
2 months ago
Gadgets

Wearing the Meta Ray-Bans' successor left me with two verdicts (and you'll want to hear both)

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Wearables

I wore the Meta Ray-Bans' successor for a month, and my buying verdict is two-fold

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Gadgets

Wearing the Meta Ray-Bans' successor left me with two verdicts (and you'll want to hear both)

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Wearables

I wore the Meta Ray-Bans' successor for a month, and my buying verdict is two-fold

fromInsideHook
2 months ago

Anthony Robustiano: From Social Media to Stand-Up Comedy

I'm very grateful to be doing what I'm doing, and when I feel like I don't want to do a video, it's like, 'That's what you're upset about, you don't want to be silly today?' he says. 'Like I would be killing myself trying to finish financial statements or worrying about having to fire someone at the gym because they weren't doing their job where I could potentially be ruining their lives,
Mindfulness
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Adobe Firefly can generate royalty-free music for your videos in seconds now - here's how

Adobe said the Generate Soundtrack feature runs on the Firefly Audio Model. The feature creates commercially safe, fully licensed, studio-quality instrumental tracks that sync with your video footage in seconds, even offering multiple track variations. The commercially safe element of the feature is important, as creators don't have to worry about copyright strikes or takedowns on YouTube or Instagram.
Artificial intelligence
Social media marketing
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I interned for Jake Paul and landed a full-time job working for his brand. 2 things helped me stand out.

Dylan Chamberlain converted a summer internship into a full-time role at Jake Paul's body-care brand by creating a two-week video series and showing confidence.
fromDigital Photography School
2 months ago

Review: Freewell The Real Multi Tripod 5in1

The Freewell Real Multi Tripod 5-in-1 is a versatile, multi-function support system that's clearly aimed at photographers and content creators who want one piece of gear to do many jobs.
Photography
Education
fromeLearning Industry
2 months ago

No More Sunday Scramble: Reducing Teacher Burnout With Smart Content Creation

Smart content-creation tools reduce teachers' planning workload by automating design, formatting, and accessibility, saving time and stress.
#audio-quality
fromKotaku
2 months ago
Gadgets

DJI Clears Out Mic Combo With Transmitter and Receiver, Make Better Content With Superior Audio for Nearly Nothing - Kotaku

fromKotaku
3 months ago
Gadgets

DJI Mic Mini Transmitter Is Going for Peanuts Just Like Its Size With a Never-Before-Seen Prime Day Discount - Kotaku

fromKotaku
2 months ago
Gadgets

DJI Clears Out Mic Combo With Transmitter and Receiver, Make Better Content With Superior Audio for Nearly Nothing - Kotaku

fromKotaku
3 months ago
Gadgets

DJI Mic Mini Transmitter Is Going for Peanuts Just Like Its Size With a Never-Before-Seen Prime Day Discount - Kotaku

fromwww.digitalcameraworld.com
2 months ago

Chasing followers, not photographs: how social media is reshaping photography

But now, especially with social media, there's a growing expectation to constantly produce content: Reels, behind-the-scenes videos, Instagram posts, TikToks. It's no longer enough to just make great photographs; in one way or another, being visible online has become part of the job.
Photography
Digital life
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

OnlyFans' Skylar Mae Thinks She Works 'Harder' Than a 'Basic' 9-5 Employee

Skylar Mae works longer, harder hours than typical 9-to-5 employees, maintaining a 4:30 a.m. to late-night routine of trading, fitness, content creation, and client messaging.
Apple
fromCreative Bloq
2 months ago

The iPhone 17 Pro is tempting this Android user to the dark side

iPhone 17 Pro delivers a highly polished experience with an upgraded telephoto, strong video and gaming performance, long battery life, but comes at a high price with underwhelming AI.
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

Instagram head Adam Mosseri pushes back on Mr. Beast's AI fears, but admits society will have to adjust | TechCrunch

Instagram head Adam Mosseri said AI will change who can be creative, as the new tools and technology will give people who couldn't be creators before the ability to produce content at a certain quality and scale. However, he also admitted that bad actors will use the technology for "nefarious purposes" and that kids growing up today will have to be taught that you can't believe something just because you saw a video of it.
Artificial intelligence
Social media marketing
fromCbsnews
3 months ago

North Texas content creators: from side hustles to successful influencer careers

North Texas creators converted side hustles into full-time influencer careers by focusing on community, niche content, and diversified income streams.
Productivity
fromSocial Media Explorer
3 months ago

8 Best Voice Note Apps for Content Creation - Social Media Explorer

Voice notes accelerate content creation by enabling fast capture, preserving spoken nuance, and serving as versatile source material for multiple formats.
fromZDNET
3 months ago

Do you even need USB-C charging cables if this portable battery exists? My verdict after testing

Baseus has always been a company that's had its eye on the ball when it comes to attention to detail, and that shows with the EnerCore CR11. The retractor on this power bank is one of the smoothest I've tested, and it locks out at several different lengths (as opposed to many where you only get three or four). I like this because I can make the 2.3 foot cable the right length for my needs.
Gadgets
fromGeeky Gadgets
3 months ago

7 ChatGPT Prompts to Skyrocket Your Social Media Game Overnight

Imagine having a tool that not only saves you hours of brainstorming but also delivers tailored strategies to captivate your audience and boost engagement. Enter ChatGPT, a innovative AI assistant that's reshaping how creators and businesses approach their digital strategies. With its ability to transform complex ideas into shareable content, analyze performance metrics, and even spark creative breakthroughs, this tool is quickly becoming a must-have for anyone looking to thrive in the crowded social media landscape.
Social media marketing
fromGeeky Gadgets
3 months ago

14 Sora 2 Use Cases For Beginners (Ways To Use Sora 2 AI video Generator)

Enter Sora 2, an AI-powered video generator that's changing the way we think about content creation. Whether you're a marketer looking to craft a standout ad, an educator eager to engage your students, or a hobbyist exploring creative storytelling, Sora 2 offers a seamless way to bring your ideas to life. Its ability to produce realistic visuals and adapt to diverse styles makes it a fantastic option for beginners and pros alike.
Marketing tech
Careers
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

I earned $600,000 last year: half at Google, half from my side hustle

Sundas Khalid increased Big Tech salary from $77,000 to $292,000 over nine years and earned $302,000 from content creation in 2024.
Digital life
fromAol
3 months ago

Could making silly AI videos of your friends be social media's next frontier? Let's talk about OpenAI's Sora.

OpenAI launched Sora, an invite-only app that creates 10-second AI-generated videos and a "Cameos" feature inserting users and friends with permission.
fromBuffer: All-you-need social media toolkit for small businesses
4 months ago

How to Schedule YouTube Shorts

Buffer now supports scheduling for YouTube Shorts - yay! It's really easy and free. Follow these simple steps to share your videos. Step 1: Connect your YouTube account to your Buffer account Open up your Buffer account on a desktop or your app to get started - and if you don't have one, sign up here. Step 2: Select the "Add Channels" button on the bottom left-hand side of your dashboard. You have the option to connect to a variety of social platforms and marketing channels within Buffer.
Online marketing
fromZDNET
3 months ago

Do you still need USB-C charging cables if this portable battery exists? I tested it to find out

Baseus has always been a company that's had its eye on the ball when it comes to attention to detail, and that shows with the EnerCore CR11. The retractor on this power bank is one of the smoothest I've tested, and it locks out at several different lengths (as opposed to many where you only get three or four). I like this because I can make the 2.3 foot cable the right length for my needs.
Gadgets
Gadgets
fromZDNET
3 months ago

Why I ditched my USB cables after switching to this Baseus power bank - and can't go back

Baseus EnerCore CR11 is a 20,000mAh, 13.9-ounce power bank with a smooth retractable USB-C cable that locks at multiple lengths for content creators.
Gadgets
fromGadgets 360
3 months ago

CyberPowerPC India's New Experience Zone Will Let You Try Out PC Rigs

CyberPowerPC opened a free Hyderabad experience zone for gamers, streamers, and creators to test high-performance gaming and creator PCs and AI-assisted workflows.
fromLindsey Gamble
3 months ago

LinkedIn Launches AI Tools Directory to Help Professionals Navigate the AI Landscape - Lindsey Gamble

LinkedIn is running a pilot program curating a set of AI tools designed to help professionals across categories like Development/Coding, Design/Marketing, and Career Coaching. Each tool comes from a verified company, and users can tap on the listing to explore dedicated product pages and better understand each tool's capabilities. Notable tools include LinkedIn's own solutions such as Microsoft Copilot and LinkedIn Interview Prep, as well as Canva, Squarespace, Descript, and Lovable.
Marketing
Food & drink
fromEater
3 months ago

Justine Doiron and Eli Sussman Know You're Watching

Creative food work often becomes a business, creating a continuous content and operational treadmill and requiring acceptance of finite lifecycles and difficult closures.
Data science
fromGOBankingRates
3 months ago

4 Skills That Are in High Demand for Side Gigs Right Now

AI, tech/data science, and content-creation skills command premium pay and strong freelance demand, offering lucrative side-hustle and full-time freelance opportunities.
fromAol
3 months ago

I use AI as my personal assistant, mindset coach, creative writing partner, and more. Here are the 5 tools that have changed my life.

Since implementing AI into my workflow about two and a half years ago, my career and life have transformed. I have many priorities to juggle throughout the day: I'm a freelance copywriter, content writer, and educational content creator. I'm also working on building my own business where I teach professionals how to "future-proof" their careers using AI. In the past six months alone, I've doubled my income from copywriting while producing what I consider to be stronger work.
Artificial intelligence
Marketing tech
fromForbes
3 months ago

15 Marketing Functions To Be Cautious About Automating

Overreliance on marketing automation and AI can harm strategy, trust, and customer experience without human oversight and contextual judgment.
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

59 Strange But Satisfying Food Combinations People 1000000% Swear By

Woooow. Not gonna lie, some of these sound pretty darn good. Others, TBH, sound rank. But, I'm not here to yuck anybody's yum!
Social media marketing
Artificial intelligence
fromHubspot
3 months ago

B2C vs. B2B marketing with AI: The industry trends every marketer should know

AI now drives content creation and quality-assurance workflows across B2B and B2C marketing, reshaping tasks like copywriting, editing, and campaign planning.
fromFODMAP Everyday
4 months ago

10 side hustles that could turn Gen Z's phone addiction into cash - FODMAP Everyday

For Gen Z, that's especially true. What was once just a device for making calls and sending texts has evolved into a full-blown extension of our hands, a constant companion that keeps us connected to friends, trends, and an endless stream of content. But what if all that screen time could do more than entertain? What if your phone, the very thing that parents and teachers might chide you for using too much, could actually become a money-making machine?
Social media marketing
fromZDNET
4 months ago

Finally, a Windows desktop I can confidently put away my iMac for

Fortunately, pre-built desktops remove most of the guesswork; you can expect them to deliver reliable performance straight out of the box. Especially since gaming desktops come with increasingly competitive hardware. Lenovo's Legion Tower 5 (or T5 for short) is a prime example of a solid prebuilt desktop. It is a gaming computer, but as I discovered over the past couple of weeks, it is versatile enough to succeed in content creation.
Gadgets
Growth hacking
fromForbes
4 months ago

5 ChatGPT Prompts To Create Content No One Can Steal

Use ChatGPT to rapidly create many distinct versions of ideas and emphasize unique personal experience so copycats cannot match your momentum or voice.
Marketing
fromAthlon Sports
4 months ago

Taylor Fritz's Girlfriend Admits Doing Zoom Calls From Bathtub When He Sleeps Before Matches

Morgan Riddle travels courtside with Taylor Fritz while building a large online following and introducing thousands of new fans to tennis through her content.
Writing
fromForbes
4 months ago

How Tim Ferriss Writes Content That Builds An Audience Of Superfans

Build a dedicated core of superfans through rigorous content creation and consistent clarity so a small loyal audience sustains a profitable business without millions of followers.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

I became a full-time content creator, but quit after I realized I was sacrificing my morals for a paycheck. It made me insecure and anxious.

For my first two years as a content creator, I saw it as a fun side hustle to do while in university. I posted TikTok and Instagram videos about video editing and fashion, and later transitioned to beauty when I found it to be the most lucrative. But when I went full-time with content creation after graduating from my university in 2024, I realized it was only the "dream" life on paper.
Social media marketing
Cooking
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

I quit my corporate job at 29 and became a yacht chef. Now I cook for high-profile executives and retired athletes.

A broadcasting graduate left corporate work to become a private yacht chef and content creator, finding creative freedom, client connection, and entrepreneurial success.
fromSocial Media Explorer
4 months ago

Your Playground is a Content Goldmine: How to Showcase Themed Structures on Social Media - Social Media Explorer

A great playground is the heart of a community. It's a place for laughter, for friendship, and for adventure. But a truly special themed playground-a castle, a pirate ship, a dinosaur dig site-is something more. It's a launchpad for the imagination. It's not just a place to play; it's a world to explore. For any park district, school, or community that invests in creative themed playground structures, the marketing potential is immense.
Social media marketing
Productivity
fromClickUp
4 months ago

Best Blogs for Writers: Top Resources to Enhance Your Craft

High-quality blogs provide inspiration, practical guidance, industry updates, and motivation that help creators continuously improve their craft and stay current with tools and trends.
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