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We often talk about "platform risk" in terms of algorithm changes or being de-platformed. The SVB collapse reminded us of a different kind: . Even if Patreon is doing everything right, if their bank can’t process a payout, your "digital wallet" remains just numbers on a screen. Patreon.com.svb

: Understanding who your platforms bank with—or at least knowing they have "diversified banking relationships"—is now a standard part of business due diligence for high-earning creators. 3. Resilience and the "State of Create" What the Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) collapse means for our

For a few tense days in March 2023, the phrase "Patreon" and "SVB" (Silicon Valley Bank) were locked together in a way that made every independent creator hold their breath. As the "godfather of Silicon Valley banking" imploded, many realized for the first time just how much their "independent" income relies on a complex web of traditional financial institutions. Even if Patreon is doing everything right, if