it is being used by white supremacist groups to raise money through hateful livestream content.
The platform, known as Entropy, was launched in Calgary in 2019. Marketed as a “safe haven for monetization,” the site allows viewers to directly donate to content creators during livestreams. However, a CBC investigation found that it has become a key funding tool for extremist groups promoting racist and antisemitic content.
According to researchers, the platform processed over $3 million in transactions within its first two years and has since grown significantly. Experts say many users migrated to Entropy after being banned or demonetized on mainstream platforms like YouTube for violating content policies.
Analysts, including those from the Southern Poverty Law Center, report that a substantial number of hate groups rely on the platform to fund their activities. These groups use livestreams not only to spread extremist ideologies but also to solicit donations from supporters.
One such group, the Goyim Defense League, reportedly used the platform to collect funds during a U.S. visit in 2024, which was linked to violent incidents and later connected to extremist propaganda.
Experts warn that monetization tools like this can amplify harmful ideologies by financially sustaining individuals and groups engaged in hate-based activities. The findings have raised serious concerns about regulation, online safety, and the responsibilities of tech platforms in preventing the spread and funding of extremist content.