# SurvivalGuide Related Articles

Survival Guide for Crypto KOLs

The article titled "A Survival Guide for Crypto KOLs" discusses the recent ban on "InfoFi" or "post-to-earn" applications (e.g., Kaito, Cookie) on X (formerly Twitter), which effectively ended the era of easy monetization through engagement farming. It attributes this move to X's desire to reclaim platform control over user attention and ad inventory, noting that the incentive structure had degraded content quality and user experience. The piece outlines both the benefits—like a cleaner feed and a focus on genuine content—and the drawbacks, including immediate economic losses for creators and exposed platform risk. It then provides an updated guide for crypto content creators, emphasizing a shift from quantity to quality. Key recommendations include: 1) Doubling down on high-signal, original content (e.g., deep-dive threads, data-driven analysis). 2) Diversifying platforms (e.g., Substack, YouTube) to mitigate dependency on X. 3) Pursuing direct monetization through brand deals, newsletters, and paid communities. 4) Aligning with professional crypto marketing agencies for distribution. 5) Prioritizing reputation, offline networking, and evergreen content. The conclusion frames the ban as a painful but necessary reset for Crypto Twitter, pushing the ecosystem towards more sustainable and professional content creation models where genuine creators can thrive with less noise.

marsbit9h ago