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Jimmy Donaldson started YouTube at 13; years later the channel became the foundation of a $5 billion global business

Jimmy Donaldson started uploading YouTube videos as a 13-year-old in Eastern North Carolina. Years of low-view uploads, intense YouTube analysis and aggressive reinvestment helped turn MrBeast into a massive media and business operation. From viral challenges and Feastables to Beast Mobile, Step and Beast Games, Donaldson’s channel became the foundation…

The Times of India

Despite his $2.6 billion net worth, MrBeast said he’s had to borrow cash and didn't even have enough money in his bank account to buy McDonald’s

Jimmy Donaldson, the world’s most popular YouTuber and founder of $5 billion business Beast Industries, claimed he didn’t “technically” have enough money to buy McDonald’s in the morning.

Fortune

Eightco Holdings (NASDAQ: ORBS) Reports Total Holdings of Approximately $472 Million, Includes OpenAI, Beast Industries, More Than 16,000 ETH and Over 283 Million WLD Tokens

EASTON, Pa., June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Eightco Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: ORBS) ("Eightco" or the "Company") today provided an update on its total holdings, highlighting its growing position across digital assets and strategic investments in leading private technology companies. As of June 17, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. ET, ORBS' holdings…

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Eightco Holdings (NASDAQ: ORBS) Reports Total Holdings of Approximately $406 Million, Includes OpenAI, Beast Industries, More Than 16,000 ETH and Over 283 Million WLD Tokens

EASTON, Pa., June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Eightco Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: ORBS) ("Eightco" or the "Company") today provided an update on its total holdings, highlighting its unique position across digital assets and strategic investments in leading private technology companies. As of June 10, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. ET, ORBS' holdings…

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Eightco Holdings (NASDAQ: ORBS) Reports Total Holdings of Approximately $437 Million, Includes OpenAI, Beast Industries, More Than 16,000 ETH and Over 283 Million WLD Tokens

EASTON, Pa., June 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Eightco Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: ORBS) ("Eightco" or the "Company") today provided an update on its total holdings, highlighting its growing position across digital assets and strategic investments in leading private technology companies.

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Eightco Holdings (NASDAQ: ORBS) Reports Total Holdings of Approximately $374 Million, Includes OpenAI, Beast Industries, More Than 11,000 ETH and Over 283 Million WLD Tokens

EASTON, Pa., May 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Eightco Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: ORBS) ("Eightco" or the "Company") today provided an update on its total holdings, highlighting its leading position across digital assets and strategic investments in leading private technology companies. As of May 27, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. ET, ORBS' holdings…

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Eightco Holdings (NASDAQ: ORBS) Reports Total Holdings of Approximately $337 Million, Includes OpenAI, Beast Industries, More Than 11,000 ETH and Over 283 Million WLD Tokens

EASTON, Pa., May 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Eightco Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: ORBS) ("Eightco" or the "Company") today provided an update on its total holdings, highlighting its leading position across digital assets and strategic investments in leading private technology companies. As of May 20, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. ET, ORBS' holdings…

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MrBeast company denies claims in lawsuit from former employee, cites evidence to refute allegations

MrBeast and his company, Beast Industries, are facing a lawsuit from a former employee alleging sexual harassment and workplace misconduct. The company has strongly denied the claims, calling them false and financially motivated, and says it has evidence to refute them. The complaint outlines allegations of a hostile work environment,…

The Times of India

MrBeast’s Production Company Sued for Sexual Harassment

Beast Industries by James “Jimmy” Donaldson (aka MrBeast) has been accused of sexual harassment and gender bias at the workplace by a former employee. A lack of firm guidelines and worker protections in the company is also central to the complaint. The representative of Beast Industries vehemently denied these claims.

The Mary Sue

How the ‘MrBeast’ suit could spark a #MeToo movement as influencers move from social media to the boardroom

The case ‘may be a watershed moment’ for the influencer industry, one expert said

The Independent UK

Who is Lorrayne Mavromatis? Lawsuit against MrBeast’s company explained

A former executive at MrBeast's media company has filed a federal lawsuit alleging sexual harassment, gender bias, and wrongful termination. Lorrayne Mavromatis claims the company's then-CEO made inappropriate comments and that her complaints were dismissed, leading to her demotion and eventual firing after pregnancy leave. Beast Industries denies the allegations,…

The Times of India

Former MrBeast CEO accused of inappropriate comments as ex-employee files federal lawsuit

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Former MrBeast executive alleges years of sexual harassment and retaliation. The YouTuber’s company calls it ‘clout-chasing’

In a lawsuit, MrBeast’s former head of Instagram alleges she experienced pregnancy discrimination and sexual harassment while at the media company.

Fortune

Ex-MrBeast Executive Says She Was Forced to Work During Active Labour Before Being Fired for Having a 'Sexual Effect' on Boss

Lorrayne Mavromatis files a lawsuit against MrBeast's Beast Industries, alleging workplace discrimination, wrongful termination, and FMLA violations after being pressured to work during active labor.

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MrBeast employee alleges she was harassed for years and fired after maternity leave in a new lawsuit

A former Beast Industries employee is suing MrBeast’s media production company after she was allegedly fired from her social media manager job upon returning from maternity leave and following years of what she described as sexual harassment and workplace gender bias

The Independent UK

MrBeast’s production company accused of toxic workplace and sexual harassment by former employee

A former employee claims she was demoted after complaining about sexual harassment, and later fired weeks after returning from maternity leave

Fortune

Self-made billionaire MrBeast says his work-life balance is nonexistent and calls it a ‘miracle’ if he works less than 15-hour days: ‘I live to work’

Jimmy Donaldson, a.k.a. MrBeast, built a $5 billion media empire—but admits it has come at the cost of any real work-life balance.

The Times of India

Elizabeth Warren questions MrBeast’s teen banking app over crypto concerns

Senator Elizabeth Warren has formally questioned MrBeast's company, Beast Industries, regarding their new money app, Step, for young people. Concerns center on the app potentially encouraging cryptocurrency use among minors, with a video reportedly guiding children on how to discuss crypto with parents. The app's association with Evolve Bank and…

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The Independent UK

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 Times of India

Rosanna Pansino questions MrBeast’s YouTube views after Beast Industries CEO claims 1.45 billion reach

Rosanna Pansino questioned whether MrBeast’s reported 1.45 billion viewers included paid promotions after a claim by Beast Industries CEO Jeff Housenbold. She said she was citing public ad data, not making an accusation. Online reactions were divided. Neither MrBeast nor his company has responded, while his recent “negative money” comment…

The Independent UK

MrBeast’s editor suspended by prediction market after ‘near-perfect trading success’

The editor failed to cooperate with Kalshi’s investigation into the alleged insider trading, according to the company

TechRadar

'I want to give millions of young people the financial foundation I never had': MrBeast buys a financial planning app for young people, but all we can ask is - why?

MrBeast acquires Step to teach financial skills to young users, expanding Beast Industries beyond media into fintech and money management.

The Times of India

MrBeast expands beyond YouTube as Beast Industries acquires Step fintech platform

YouTube star MrBeast's company, Beast Industries, has acquired fintech firm Step to empower young people with financial literacy. This strategic move aims to teach saving, spending, credit building, and future planning through accessible tools. Leveraging MrBeast's massive reach and Step's platform, the venture seeks to foster better financial habits and…

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BitMine Immersion Just Invested $200 Million in MrBeast. What Does That Mean for BMNR Stock?

Is BitMine’s $200 million bet on MrBeast a masterstroke that could boost BMNR’s growth prospects, or is it a risky bet for investors?

Fortune

Despite his $2.6 billion net worth, MrBeast says he’s having to borrow cash and doesn’t even have enough money in his bank account to buy McDonald’s

Jimmy Donaldson, the world’s most popular YouTuber and founder of $5 billion business Beast Industries, claims he doesn’t “technically” have enough money to buy McDonald’s in the morning.

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