Whatnot
Coverage of Whatnot in the Nexus archive.
- Whatnot seller “MythicMoon” aka “Mythic Moon Jewelry” exposed as a SCAMMER for selling copper jewelry as .925 silver
A Whatnot seller named 'Mythic Moon Jewelry' was accused of scamming customers by selling copper jewelry labeled as .925 silver. An XRF scan revealed the item contained only 0.44% silver, with the majority being copper, cadmium, and titanium. The seller dismissed the complaint and blocked the buyer, though the platform issued a refund.
- New to Whatnot, almost got scammed
A Whatnot user received a scam message claiming they won a sneaker giveaway, prompting them to provide personal and payment information. The scammer offered expedited shipping options and insisted on payment via Chime or Zelle before the user blocked the number and confirmed it was a known scam. The user later discovered the scammer's number was linked to Kentucky and a Bulgarian individual on Facebook.
- 2 Catawba County men accused of selling stolen retail goods online, making $580K
Marty Christopher McDaniel and Kenny Price are charged with conspiring to sell stolen retail goods from 2020 to 2024 through McDaniel's business, The Gold King, using online platforms like eBay and Mercari. They allegedly purchased stolen items from 'boosters' and resold them, generating over $580,000 in profits.
- Whatnot is worth $11.5 billion—and its sellers just hit one billion orders
Whatnot, a live commerce marketplace, has reached an $11.5 billion valuation and achieved one billion orders since its 2020 launch. The platform reported significant growth, including 20 million new accounts and a 285% increase in first-time buyers.
- Twitch CEO: Social media has become ‘anti-social’ and can’t match the shared, human connection of live streaming
Twitch CEO Dan Clancy criticized social media as 'anti-social,' emphasizing live streaming's ability to foster real-time human connection. He and Whatnot CEO Grant LaFontaine highlighted their platforms' focus on shared experiences, contrasting with addictive social media formats. Both leaders discussed challenges in monetizing live-streaming engagement and addressed AI's limited threat to human creators.
- Whatnot has Americans Hooked on Livestream Shopping
Whatnot has gained popularity among Americans with its livestream shopping platform, offering a unique and engaging experience. The platform allows users to interact with products and sellers in real-time, creating a sense of community and excitement. This innovative approach has contributed to Whatnot's growing success.