--- title: Blog | Disqus (23) description: The official blog for Disqus news, tips, and updates. (23) --- [![disqus](https://a.disquscdn.com/next/710d860/marketing/assets/img/brand/disqus-logo-blue.svg)](https://disqus.com/) - Comments - [Overview](https://disqus.com/platform/overview/) - [Engagement](https://disqus.com/platform/engagement/) - [Moderation & Safety](https://disqus.com/platform/moderation/) - [Audience](https://disqus.com/platform/audience/) - [Monetization](https://disqus.com/platform/monetization/) - [Boards](https://about.disqus.com/disqus-boards) - [Polls](https://disqus.com/polls/) - [Pricing](https://disqus.com/pricing/) - Resources - [Blog](https://blog.disqus.com) - [Support](https://disqus.com/support/) - [Knowledge Base](https://help.disqus.com/) - [Disqus 101](https://about.disqus.com/disqus-101) - [Discuss Disqus](https://disqus.com/home/channel/discussdisqus/) - [Case Studies](https://about.disqus.com/case-studies) - [About](https://disqus.com/about-us/) - [Contact Us](https://about.disqus.com/contact/) - Login - [Publishers](https://disqus.com/profile/login/?next=https://disqus.com/admin/) - [Commenters](https://disqus.com/profile/login/?next=https://disqus.com/home/notifications/) [Get Started](https://disqus.com/profile/signup/intent) Site Admin - View Profile - [Settings](https://disqus.com/home/settings/) - [Home](https://disqus.com/home/) - [Help](https://help.disqus.com/) - [Log Out](https://disqus.com/logout/) [Product](https://blog.disqus.com/topic/product) ## [The Zero-Sum Myth of Publisher Monetization](https://blog.disqus.com/the-zero-sum-myth-of-publisher-monetization) Publishers today are managing more monetization relationships than ever. A primary ad partner handling your above-the-fold inventory. An affiliate program. Maybe a paywall or a direct sales team on top of that. So when a new tool enters the conversation, the natural question is: *will this work alongside what we already have?* When that tool lives below the fold, in a space that currently generates no revenue at all, the answer is worth understanding clearly. July 15, 2026 | [Nick Tiglias](https://blog.disqus.com/author/nick-tiglias) [... comments](https://blog.disqus.com/the-zero-sum-myth-of-publisher-monetization#disqus_thread) [Continue Reading](https://blog.disqus.com/the-zero-sum-myth-of-publisher-monetization) [![The Zero-Sum Myth of Publisher Monetization](https://blog.disqus.com/hubfs/Blog%20Banner%20(New%20Era%2023)%20(1135%20x%20639%20px)%20(19).png)](https://blog.disqus.com/the-zero-sum-myth-of-publisher-monetization) - All - [Product](https://blog.disqus.com/topic/product) - [Community](https://blog.disqus.com/topic/community) - [Market Trends](https://blog.disqus.com/topic/market-trends) - [Writing and Editing](https://blog.disqus.com/topic/writing-and-editing) - [Best Practices](https://blog.disqus.com/topic/best-practices) - [Research](https://blog.disqus.com/topic/research) - [Culture](https://blog.disqus.com/topic/culture) - [Best Websites](https://blog.disqus.com/topic/best-websites) - [Engineering](https://blog.disqus.com/topic/engineering) - [Company](https://blog.disqus.com/topic/company) - [Marketing Tips](https://blog.disqus.com/topic/marketing-tips) - [Engagement Guide](https://blog.disqus.com/topic/engagement-guide) - [Commenter Spotlight](https://blog.disqus.com/topic/commenter-spotlight) - [Case Study](https://blog.disqus.com/topic/case-study) - [Press Release](https://blog.disqus.com/topic/press-release) [![3 small but powerful moderation updates you should know about](https://blog.disqus.com/hubfs/60.png)](https://blog.disqus.com/3-small-but-powerful-moderation-updates-you-should-know-about) [Product](https://blog.disqus.com/topic/product) [... comments](https://blog.disqus.com/3-small-but-powerful-moderation-updates-you-should-know-about#disqus_thread) ## [3 small but powerful moderation updates you should know about](https://blog.disqus.com/3-small-but-powerful-moderation-updates-you-should-know-about) June 30, 2016 | [Danny Matteson](https://blog.disqus.com/author/danny-matteson) In the past few weeks, you may have noticed some minor changes to the moderation panel. We’ve made several updates that speed up moderation. The moderation panel is one of the most heavily used pages and it plays an important role in the Disqus ecosystem –– when moderators can work quickly and effectively, they can build awesome communities. [Read more »](https://blog.disqus.com/3-small-but-powerful-moderation-updates-you-should-know-about) [![Is there a foolproof way to earn money online?](https://blog.disqus.com/hubfs/63.png)](https://blog.disqus.com/is-there-a-foolproof-way-to-earn-money-online) [... comments](https://blog.disqus.com/is-there-a-foolproof-way-to-earn-money-online#disqus_thread) ## [Is there a foolproof way to earn money online?](https://blog.disqus.com/is-there-a-foolproof-way-to-earn-money-online) June 28, 2016 | [Rachel Cook](https://blog.disqus.com/author/rachel-cook) For those outside the digital publishing world, the woes of online content creators can be hard to understand. Between crafting the perfect content, building a loyal following, and finding the right way to make money, publishers everywhere struggle to find success online. But before we dive into the plight of modern publishers, let’s step back to the innocent days before the Internet. [Read more »](https://blog.disqus.com/is-there-a-foolproof-way-to-earn-money-online) [![Most popular gaming website: Niche Gamer](https://blog.disqus.com/hubfs/61.png)](https://blog.disqus.com/most-popular-gaming-website-niche-gamer) [Best Websites](https://blog.disqus.com/topic/best-websites) [... comments](https://blog.disqus.com/most-popular-gaming-website-niche-gamer#disqus_thread) ## [Most popular gaming website: Niche Gamer](https://blog.disqus.com/most-popular-gaming-website-niche-gamer) June 27, 2016 | [Tony Hue](https://blog.disqus.com/author/tony-hue) When it comes to a great gaming website, a couple things are important: an engaging and welcoming community of gamers, stories to help you discover interesting news, trends, and perspectives, and a dedicated team that truly understands and respects its readers. [Read more »](https://blog.disqus.com/most-popular-gaming-website-niche-gamer) [![Why do you comment (or not)?](https://blog.disqus.com/hubfs/61.png)](https://blog.disqus.com/why-do-you-comment-or-not) [Research](https://blog.disqus.com/topic/research) [... comments](https://blog.disqus.com/why-do-you-comment-or-not#disqus_thread) ## [Why do you comment (or not)?](https://blog.disqus.com/why-do-you-comment-or-not) June 23, 2016 | [Brian Falldin](https://blog.disqus.com/author/brian-falldin) Hey there, Quickly want to share that FiveThirtyEight is conducting a poll about why people comment (or not). Who better to answer that question than you! [Read more »](https://blog.disqus.com/why-do-you-comment-or-not) [![Vote: The top 10 best gaming websites](https://blog.disqus.com/hubfs/63.png)](https://blog.disqus.com/vote-the-top-10-best-gaming-websites) [Best Websites](https://blog.disqus.com/topic/best-websites) [... comments](https://blog.disqus.com/vote-the-top-10-best-gaming-websites#disqus_thread) ## [Vote: The top 10 best gaming websites](https://blog.disqus.com/vote-the-top-10-best-gaming-websites) June 21, 2016 | [Tony Hue](https://blog.disqus.com/author/tony-hue) Gamers recently celebrated Christmas, aka the annual E3 conference where the video game industry unveils the latest and greatest in gaming. From exciting new gaming releases like a new Legend of Zelda, new hardware like Project Scorpio and Playstation VR, and more, it’s an exciting time for gamers as the first day of summer arrives. [Read more »](https://blog.disqus.com/vote-the-top-10-best-gaming-websites) [![User blocking is now available on Disqus](https://blog.disqus.com/hubfs/63.png)](https://blog.disqus.com/user-blocking-is-now-available-on-disqus) [Product](https://blog.disqus.com/topic/product) [... comments](https://blog.disqus.com/user-blocking-is-now-available-on-disqus#disqus_thread) ## [User blocking is now available on Disqus](https://blog.disqus.com/user-blocking-is-now-available-on-disqus) June 15, 2016 | [Talton Figgins](https://blog.disqus.com/author/talton-figgins) Today, I’m happy to announce the release of our user blocking feature. As one of the most requested features from commenters over the years, user blocking provides you with the ability to manage who you interact with on Disqus. [Read more »](https://blog.disqus.com/user-blocking-is-now-available-on-disqus) [![Most Popular Science Website: NASA](https://blog.disqus.com/hubfs/60.png)](https://blog.disqus.com/most-popular-science-website-nasa) [Community](https://blog.disqus.com/topic/community) [... comments](https://blog.disqus.com/most-popular-science-website-nasa#disqus_thread) ## [Most Popular Science Website: NASA](https://blog.disqus.com/most-popular-science-website-nasa) June 10, 2016 | [Tony Hue](https://blog.disqus.com/author/tony-hue) The science community has had a lot to be excited about. [Read more »](https://blog.disqus.com/most-popular-science-website-nasa) [![What's new: add business users to your organization](https://blog.disqus.com/hubfs/61.png)](https://blog.disqus.com/whats-new-add-business-users-to-your-organization) [... comments](https://blog.disqus.com/whats-new-add-business-users-to-your-organization#disqus_thread) ## [What's new: add business users to your organization](https://blog.disqus.com/whats-new-add-business-users-to-your-organization) June 08, 2016 | [Rachel Cook](https://blog.disqus.com/author/rachel-cook) If you work in a team, be sure that your key colleagues have access to essential features by adding them to your organization. [Read more »](https://blog.disqus.com/whats-new-add-business-users-to-your-organization) [![Vote: The top 10 best science websites](https://blog.disqus.com/hubfs/61.png)](https://blog.disqus.com/vote-the-top-10-best-science-websites) [Best Websites](https://blog.disqus.com/topic/best-websites) [... comments](https://blog.disqus.com/vote-the-top-10-best-science-websites#disqus_thread) ## [Vote: The top 10 best science websites](https://blog.disqus.com/vote-the-top-10-best-science-websites) June 07, 2016 | [Tony Hue](https://blog.disqus.com/author/tony-hue) Last week, we introduced the Disqus Top Five, a new series to showcase and recognize the top websites across the Internet. To kick off the festivities, we invited nominations for your favorite science websites. We’re talking space, physics, animal science, artificial intelligence, and more. Whether it’s news, research, or debates, science websites span a broad spectrum of topics and embody the desire for exploration and ingenuity. [Read more »](https://blog.disqus.com/vote-the-top-10-best-science-websites) [![Disqus hacks the roadmap](https://blog.disqus.com/hubfs/60.png)](https://blog.disqus.com/disqus-hacks-the-roadmap) [... comments](https://blog.disqus.com/disqus-hacks-the-roadmap#disqus_thread) ## [Disqus hacks the roadmap](https://blog.disqus.com/disqus-hacks-the-roadmap) June 06, 2016 | [Ryan Valentin](https://blog.disqus.com/author/ryan-valentin) The suspense in the air was so thick, you could cut it with a knife. Former teammates were now pitted against each other to bring their ideas to life. Monitors were moved, conference rooms requisitioned, and coffee consumed. At the end of May, Disqus broke apart into small teams for a two-day hackathon. The stakes? Fame, glory, and placement on the product roadmap. [Read more »](https://blog.disqus.com/disqus-hacks-the-roadmap) [![Reveal in Review: How we’ve grown to love native advertising at Disqus](https://blog.disqus.com/hubfs/63.png)](https://blog.disqus.com/reveal-in-review-how-weve-grown-to-love-native-advertising-at-disqus) [Product](https://blog.disqus.com/topic/product) [... comments](https://blog.disqus.com/reveal-in-review-how-weve-grown-to-love-native-advertising-at-disqus#disqus_thread) ## [Reveal in Review: How we’ve grown to love native advertising at Disqus](https://blog.disqus.com/reveal-in-review-how-weve-grown-to-love-native-advertising-at-disqus) May 31, 2016 | [Steven Stein](https://blog.disqus.com/author/steven-stein) Today, we’re announcing significant updates to Reveal: a new default ad unit called Sponsored Story, simpler settings, better controls, and a preview of what’s to come. 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