While reading this, I couldn't help but think of Black Mirror S03E01 Nosedive. I understand the dynamics of all of the players involved in this, but I can't help but feel a little sad about the co-opted "authenticity" in the influencer industry. Is there a middle ground between authentic content and actually being able to monetize it as an influencer?
I think there definitely is, but some people just get carried away with it.