What happened: An investigation revealed that Substack, a global publishing platform, earns money from newsletters promoting Nazi ideology, white supremacy, and antisemitism. The platform takes around 10% of subscription fees from these newsletters.
Why it matters:
- Substack's revenue model indirectly supports extremist content.
- Millions of subscribers worldwide may be exposed to harmful ideologies.
MNN Take: Substack allows users to monetise newsletters, including those with extremist views, by charging subscriptions and taking a cut, raising questions about content moderation and platform responsibility.
Sources: Guardian UK