Summary
OnlyFans has transformed from an obscure platform into a $1.3 billion social media empire blending adult content with the creator economy.
Initially porn-free, the platform shifted to explicit content in 2017, driving its growth during the pandemic.
Under CEO Keily Blair, OnlyFans markets itself as offering “ethical” porn and mainstream content, but critics argue it profits from exploitative practices while downplaying its reliance on adult performers.
Owner Leonid Radvinsky, a reclusive billionaire, has earned over $1 billion in dividends.
Concerns about moderation, safety, and the platform’s true impact persist.
Let’s be really honest and clear about this, unless it’s actually in question: If Uber and Lyft had to pay a living wage, including proper healthcare and taking care of the costs of vehicle ownership and maintenance, they would not be in business. They would not exist. The difference between that world and the one we’re in is all in corporate profit. Their business model requires massive wage theft to be profitable.
Even if they had no profit at all, even if they were non profit charities that simply paid drivers the full amount, it wouldn’t be a living wage.
Tons of people now order food and refuse to tip at all. They want my dad to drive for 30 minutes and get paid $3 delivery fee for it.