Today's hot topic of discussion: 'Should KOLs accept any advertisement without filtering, even if they know it's a (scammy) promotion targeting newbies?' Sometimes, I really envy how skilled some influencers are at securing business deals. Just checked my wallet, zhaozhao only had 3 content collaborations this month, hitting the lowest point since 2024. Bear market + tighter platform rules + shrinking budgets from project teams, the environment for mid-tier KOLs to land deals has completely hit rock bottom. Luckily, back in November last year, my plan for 2026 was already set: | English learning + on-chain interactions + financial management Had a chat with 作业哥 about deals these past couple of days, and the conclusion is: · The crypto space is all about relationships and connections. · Wherever there are people, there’s a social dynamic. · If you want to pitch projects & make money, you can’t avoid 'networking.' —————————————————— Been trying out the CCD camera accessories from 麦通 these past few days, and now I totally get why young girls love the photos taken with CCD cameras: · Oil painting vibes · Film-like texture · Retro aesthetic Hahahahaha.