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The Creator Economy

Marketers are increasingly turning to Instagram, Snapchat and YouTube stars to get through to audiences.

In Graphic Detail: Virtual influencers click with young audiences, yet brands’ interest wanes

In spite of the increased prominence of top virtual influencers, brands’ demand for this type of creator has declined in 2025. This is part of the natural boom-and-bust cycle that occurs around disruptive cultural or technological forces.