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Brands Race to Break the Internet With Hilarious KitKat Heist-Inspired Post and 'Official Statements'

Brands turned a 12-tonne KitKat heist into viral 'official statements', revealing how humour, marketing and news now collide on social media.

International Business Times UK · Apr 2

MrBeast $2 billion earnings claim by Agent00 sparks debate as xQc questions massive $103 million monthly figure

MrBeast’s earnings became a big talking point after Agent00 claimed he makes $2 billion yearly and $103 million monthly from YouTube. The estimate, shared on a Twitch stream and reported by Sportskeeda, sparked debate. xQc reacted with curiosity, saying the math made some sense. However, he noted that MrBeast’s exact…

The Times of India · Apr 1

MrBeast's company fired a video editor after Kalshi accused the employee of insider trading

A MrBeast video editor has been fired after accusations of insider trading by Kalshi

The Independent UK · Mar 5

Kalshi fines MrBeast employee $20,000 for insider trading, cofounder issues salty warning to others

Kalshi also fined a political candidate, and its cofounder issued an off-color warning to others thinking of insider trading.

Fortune · Feb 25

Who is the winner of Beast Games Season 2? Tyler Lucas takes home $5.1 million

Tyler Lucas won Beast Games Season 2 on February 24, 2026, taking home $5.1 million after choosing the correct suitcase in the finale. The season awarded more than $11 million overall to the top contestants. Lucas, a former Air Force pilot and Penn State player, confirmed his win on X,…

The Times of India · Feb 25

Who is Cory Sims? Player 191’s tough loss to Tyler Lucas in the Beast Games Season 2 finale

Cory Sims, known as Player 191, reached the final round of Beast Games Season 2 but lost to Tyler Lucas. After weeks of tough challenges, Tyler won $5 million by making the correct final choice. Brett Stewart accepted a $1 million bribe, leaving Cory and Tyler in the last battle.…

The Times of India · Feb 25

xQc sparks controversy after saying MrBeast does not deserve a spot on YouTube’s Mount Rushmore

During a recent Kick livestream, xQc sparked controversy by arguing that MrBeast does not deserve a place on YouTube’s Mount Rushmore. He claimed early creators built the platform without funding or strong monetization tools, unlike today’s stars. xQc also said many people misunderstand the Mount Rushmore concept, insisting it should…

The Times of India · Feb 8

Stop Taking Money Advice from Influencers, George Kamel Warns

George Kamel warns why influencer money advice can be risky and explains how to spot bad financial guidance so you can protect your money.

GOBankingRates · Feb 8

$8 million for a cameo? MrBeast’s reported Super Bowl deal with Salesforce sparks backlash and big questions

Salesforce reportedly paid around $8 million to give MrBeast full creative control over its Super Bowl commercial. The partnership began after the YouTuber publicly shared his long-held idea for a Super Bowl ad. While the move aims to tap into authenticity and massive online reach, critics question the spending amid…

The Times of India · Feb 6

MrBeast Burger opens in Sydney as legal battle raises questions about the brand’s future

MrBeast Burger has officially launched in Sydney, marking its first expansion into Australia despite ongoing legal disputes tied to the brand’s U.S. operations. The virtual restaurant opened at Chatswood Westfield, drawing attention for its high menu prices and controversial timing. Meanwhile, MrBeast has stated he has no control over the…

The Times of India · Jan 28