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Those familiar with social media dynamics might recognize the potential manipulation inherent in Fong's successful earnings. Nash outlines concerns that her figures serve to captivate users, enticing more individuals to spend time on the platform under the illusion that quick wealth is achievable. The notion that unfounded success leads to an increase in user engagement mirrors strategies seen across digital platforms that prioritize viewer retention.
This brings forth the caveat that Fong's case could mislead aspiring creators into forsaking platforms like YouTube for X, believing they could duplicate her success without considering the context of her extraordinary circumstances and the unique characteristics of each public forum.