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CANNES, France — The creator economy has outgrown its origins, and the brands, agencies and platforms that haven't caught up are getting left behind, business leaders said at an Axios Live event this week.

Why it matters: Creators are increasingly morphing from messaging channels to the brand's actual product, media company and increasingly investor, United Talent Agency CEO David Kramer said.