Streamate has officially launched the 2024 Halloween Costume Contest, taking place from October 30 to November 1 (GMT). Performers can compete for prizes, including a grand prize of $5,000, with the top 500 costumed performers eligible for rewards based on earnings during the event. Performers must wear costumes while streaming and can change outfits as desired to keep the Halloween spirit alive.
Costume Contest Prize Breakdown:
1st place: $5000
2nd place: $4000
3rd place: $3000
Streamate also reminds participants to follow the platform’s Code of Conduct regarding costume appropriateness. While creativity is encouraged, certain acts and representations, such as age play or simulated violence, are strictly prohibited. Performers are urged to use costumes like vampires, zombies, or schoolgirls while keeping the rules in mind.
Special Lovense Discount: Streamate models can also take advantage of up to 60% off eligible Lovense toys during the contest, with Bluetooth toy integration available through SMConnect to enhance interactions with audiences.
Participants are encouraged to promote their Halloween streams using #smcontest and alert their fans about showtimes. For more details, visit the contest FAQ and leaderboard pages.
BongaCams Countdown Chatbot Helps Models Set Goals and Increase Tips
BongaCams is highlighting the earning potential of its “Countdown” chatbot, a tool designed to help models set token goals during live streams and encourage stronger member participation.
According to the platform, the chatbot can be used to collect tokens for a wide range of goals, from interactive actions and creative show ideas to personal purchases such as lingerie, toys, gadgets, or even trips. The feature allows models to track progress directly in the console while viewers contribute toward the target.
BongaCams says the goals system is meant to make streams more dynamic by creating excitement, increasing interaction, and motivating members to tip more as they work together to reach each milestone.
To set up the feature, models need to enter the goal name and desired token amount in the chatbot settings, then add extra goals if needed. The platform allows up to five goals at once, which will run one after another once the bot is started.
Stripchat has highlighted a set of updates rolled out between December 2025 and January 2026, combining platform improvements with bug fixes.
Among the changes, the platform raised the user notes limit from 100 to 200 characters and made “Model News” available to Studio Admin accounts.
Stripchat also fixed several issues affecting models, including the spying preview timer, Fan Club earnings display, verification screen access, repeated agreement prompts, and overlapping shows across multiple browsers. The platform says the “Start show” button is now disabled in all sessions when a stream is already active.
Stripchat is also encouraging users to keep sharing feedback through Discord and to follow its Telegram channel for future updates.
Inside the Ibagué Masterclass 2026: Celebrating 20 Years of Xlovecam Success
At Xlovecam, we believe growth is built through connection, innovation, and shared knowledge. That vision came to life on March 13, 2026, when we hosted the Ibaguè Masterclass at Hotel Estelar Altamira, an event designed by our team for the community.
As part of our 20-year anniversary, we brought together models, studios, agencies, and industry professionals for a day focused on what matters most: helping our partners grow and succeed in an ever-evolving digital landscape.
From the opening session, our team set the tone with a key message: success today goes far beyond streaming. Through our conference on personal branding, we emphasized the importance of building a strong identity, creating meaningful connections, and turning presence into long-term profitability.
Throughout the day, our team guided attendees through the strategies that drive real results on the platform. We covered profile optimization, strategic streaming schedules, and the effective use of audiovisual content, along with the key performance indicators that shape visibility, such as LoveRank and CamRank . These metrics help our community better understand performance, increase visibility, and maximize earnings.
We also explored a deeper perspective through expert insights into user psychology, sharing strategies alongside our invited specialists to strengthen emotional connections, particularly with European audiences, and improve conversion through more intentional, user-focused interactions.
Innovation remains at the core of what we do. During the Masterclass, we presented new platform features designed to optimize sales performance and simplify operational management. At the same time, we reinforced the importance of professional on-camera presence, because how you show up directly impacts how you grow.
Beyond the sessions, we made space for what truly defines Xlovecam: community. Through a live Q&A session, we connected directly with attendees, answered questions, and listened to their needs. During our anniversary lunch, we celebrated 20 years of shared achievements in an atmosphere of collaboration and appreciation.
We closed the day with networking opportunities and personalized advisory sessions led by our team. These moments created space for new partnerships, fresh strategies, and valuable feedback that helps us continue improving the platform for everyone.
For us, the Ibaguè Masterclass 2026 was more than an event. It was a reflection of who we are.
A platform built with its community, for its community.
As we move forward, we remain committed to creating spaces like this, where knowledge is shared, connections are built, and growth becomes a collective journey.
We invite everyone to stay tuned to Xlovecam’s official social media channels, where we will announce our next Masterclass.
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