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Associated Press
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Two Davids, One Mission: Pump.fun and Soulbound.TV Rally Streamers Against Web2 Goliaths
New York City, July 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the heat rises this summer, so does a new creator-first movement fueled by two of Web3's most explosive platforms: and On the heels of $PUMP's viral memecoin launch and $SBX's, the pair are proving that creator-owned platforms can do what Twitch, TikTok, and Facebook won't: share the upside with the people who generate it. lit the match. built the creator economy that follows. StreamFi Summer Is Heating Up First came DeFi Summer. Then NFT Summer. Now, StreamFi Summer is underway—and is leading the charge. Among early movers like Abstract, Arena, and Sidekick, has emerged as the most complete and creator-centric platform, not just layering crypto on top of video, but completely rebuilding streaming around an interactive, financialized creator economy. Inside a stream, fans can: 'It feels like DeFi in 2020, but for entertainment,' said one early user. is currently open for anyone to stream and has already hosted high-profile events, including a recent stream with esports legends Babybay, Sinatraa, and Tarik, some of the largest streamers in the world. Soulbound x The Culture + Code Alliance While ignited meme culture with $PUMP and a $5.6B valuation, is putting that cultural energy to work, turning streams into sovereign economies with $SBX at the center. And they're not alone. is: = chaotic, fun, viral, culture-hacking memecoin energy. = enduring creator-owned infrastructure built on top of that cultural momentum. Together, and represents a new creator stack, where memes create demand, and ownership-based platforms capture and sustain it. Two Davids, One Mission: End the Era of Exploitation For too long, creators have been at the mercy of Web2 platforms that profit from their work while locking them into algorithmic black boxes, delayed payouts, and ad-based scraps. proved that users can generate billions in value when given the right tools. is proving they can keep that value—instantly, on-chain, and without middlemen. 'This isn't just a product shift,' says the team. 'It's a culture shift. And creators are done waiting to get paid.' Two Davids. One mission. And the Web2 Goliaths are running out of runway. About is the largest Web3 livestreaming platform, offering instant crypto payouts, 80%+ revenue share, zero ads, and creator-owned tools like prediction markets, AI agents, token integrations, and on-chain bounties. Backed by Animoca Brands and already home to 100,000+ users and 2,000+ streamers, is leading the StreamFi revolution. About is a Solana-based memecoin launchpad that lets anyone deploy a token in seconds. After exploding to a $5.6B valuation with $PUMP, has become the beating heart of on-chain meme culture and viral token launches in Web3. Casey Grooms Co-Founder [email protected] Casey Grooms marketing(at)
Express Tribune
25-03-2025
- Automotive
- Express Tribune
'Just $70k, that's it': IShowSpeed rides 1,526-HP Chinese EV Xiaomi SU7 Ultra, says it's faster than a Lambo
YouTube sensation IShowSpeed sent fans into a frenzy after riding in the newly released $70,000 Xiaomi SU7 Ultra — a high-performance electric vehicle boasting a jaw-dropping 1,526 horsepower and an acceleration of 0 to 60 mph in just 1.92 seconds. The influencer, known for his high-energy antics, didn't hold back during the ride, which many fans said felt like a real-life Fast & Furious sequel. One user joked, 'Throw IShowSpeed in any situation, he is bound to fill the room with the energy of a tornado.' IShowSpeed rode in the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra, which costs $70K with 1,526 horsepower and can go 0-60 in 1.92 seconds 😳 — FearBuck (@FearedBuck) March 24, 2025 The internet quickly erupted with memes and sarcastic reactions over Xiaomi's unexpected leap from smartphones to supercars. 'Xiaomi SU7 Ultra sounds like a damn smart phone,' one fan quipped on X (formerly Twitter), while another said, 'I thought Xiaomi only made WiFis.' still wont beat my civic — Is this thing on 🎤 (@Sam_king_88) March 24, 2025 Xiaomi SU7 Ultra sounds like a damn smart phone XD — RoundTripGCR.5mbK (@marianzera) March 24, 2025 As disbelief over the price kicked in, a now-viral comment summed up the mood: 'Just 70K, that's it?' Others echoed the sentiment with posts like, '0-60 in 1.92 seconds? Blink and it's gone,' and 'When did Xiaomi start making cars? Thought it was just phones & tablets.' 0-60 in 1.92 seconds? Blink and it's gone. 👀 — Soulbound TV (@Soulbound_TV) March 24, 2025 Xiaomi makes car too?? — UNIVERSAL FEEDS (@UNIVERSE_FEEDS) March 24, 2025 "Just 70K that's it" — toufik (@tbk396) March 24, 2025 Some users were stunned by the brand crossover, asking: 'Why am I getting ads for Xiaomi cars now?' Another added, 'The CEO at the Xiaomi water company watching the sales skyrocket today,' mixing humor with real surprise at the company's growing reach. The Xiaomi SU7 Ultra, which debuted at Mobile World Congress 2025, is making headlines for more than just its power. With sleek aesthetics, vibrant color options, and a cabin full of tech, the car was clearly designed to turn heads — and with IShowSpeed in the driver's seat, it's done exactly that. 'It seems Xiaomi didn't just make this car to be driven,' another post read. 'They designed it to turn heads and launch IShowSpeed into his typical over-the-top/scream-on-top-of-his-voice reaction.'
