Creator Economy

Definition ∞ The creator economy refers to the economic system that supports individuals who produce content and digital goods. It allows creators to monetize their work directly through various platforms and technologies. This system enables independent professionals to build businesses around their intellectual output.
Context ∞ The creator economy is currently experiencing significant expansion, driven by the proliferation of decentralized platforms and novel monetization tools like NFTs and social tokens. A central discussion point involves the distribution of value and ownership between creators and platform intermediaries. Future trends suggest a greater emphasis on direct creator-platform relationships and novel forms of digital asset ownership.