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Oct 26, 2022

Kanye West antisemitism fallout spotlights risks of celebrity endorsements

In the wake of Ye’s antisemitism scandal, celebrity and influencer marketing agencies share how they have stepped up vetting tactics to mitigate risk for brands. For those with a low risk tolerance, humans may not be an option.

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