Section 1.1: Anticipating Changes Ahead

My discovery of these changes was somewhat serendipitous.

While I am confident that some of my predictions will hold true, I acknowledge that others may miss the mark. The future remains uncertain, and only time will tell what the forthcoming days will unveil.

Section 1.2: Insights from Medium's Recent Communication

Last night, I received an email from Medium that was sent to all writers. Here are some key points from that message:

1. Due to the upcoming changes, Medium is expressing their frustration with processing payments under ten dollars. They will implement a payment threshold, similar to other platforms, allowing monthly payouts only if earnings exceed ten dollars.
2. The platform plans to promote their new Boost program across a wider array of publications, particularly targeting smaller publications and those focused on niche topics.
3. Authors previously benefited significantly from the reference program before its discontinuation. This could indicate a potential revival of the reference system or a transformation into a new format that will be made available to authors.

The first video titled "Writing on Medium (EARNINGS UPDATE, ALGORITHM, and more)" provides insights into the recent updates and potential earnings implications for writers.

The second video, "Here's Everything WRONG With Medium's New Partner Program," critiques the new changes and discusses their potential impacts on content creators.