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The cultural PLATFORM

where creators

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The platform for cultural creators to share their work, grow an audience, and earn money directly from their community.

Creation is not content.

"For too long, creators have been forced to choose between artistic integrity and financial survival..."

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"To create is a vital act. Those

who create shape the forms of

the world. Creation has value."

HYK — The Manifesto

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Why HYK?

Because HYK transforms the way you experience culture,

by simplifying how it is created, discovered, and supported.

Because HYK transforms the way you experience culture,by simplifying how

it is created, discovered, and supported.

Simplify Publishing

An easy way to publish Music, video, podcasts, books, art, merch and other goods — all gathered in one place.

Simplify Discovery

A transparent alternative to black-box feeds, allowing everyone to explore new disciplines, genres, and territories.

Simplify Payments

Direct contributions, subscriptions, and sales (digital & physical) with a fair and sustainable revenue model.

Latest news from HYK

HYK ATTERRISSAGE – June 12, 2025
During the keynote, we revealed the first version of HYK : our cultural platform built for creators. A live presentation, a film, and performances marked the moment when vision became reality.

Watch the after movie here

HYK ATTERRISSAGE – June 12, 2025
During the keynote, we revealed the first version of HYK : our

cultural platform built for creators. A live presentation, a film, and

performances marked the moment when vision became reality.

Watch the after movie here

14 October 2025

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Discover,

Earn

Across all formats, in one place.

Artwork

Music

Photography

Film

Podcast

Book

Clothing

Craft

Who’s HYK for?

HYK is for

Everyone

Those who want to explore, experience, and contribute to culture directly.

Those who want to explore, experience, and contribute

to culture directly.

HYK is for

Creators

Musicians

Writers

Makers

Visual Artists

Filmmakers

Designers

Podcasters

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What you get from HYK?

Everything you need to create, share, and monetise your work in one integrated platform.

Multi-format Publishing

Share any creation.

Share in any form.

Share updates

Contributions, pay-per-view,

subscriptions, sales.

Creator Dashboard

Revenue tracking, analytics, and

rights management.

Cultural Heatmap

coming soon

Navigate culture transparently, discover outside algorithms.

Advanced Analytics

coming soon

Music, video, text, eBooks, podcasts — all accessible in one.

Universal Player

coming soon

Music, video, text, eBooks, podcasts
— all accessible in one player.

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A Team Rooted in Culture,

Driven by Strategy and tech vision

A Team Rooted in Culture, Driven by Strategy and tech vision

For Us By Us

CORE TEAM

Abdallah SLAIMAN

Co-Founder & CEO

A visionary entrepreneur with over 10 years of experience bridging arts, culture, and technology.

With a background in connecting underground creativity with digital innovation.
French-Syrian speaking 3 languages. Trained in Business & Law at La Sorbonne.

A visionary entrepreneur with over 10 years of experience bridging arts, culture, and technology.

With a background in connecting underground creativity with digital innovation.
French-Syrian speaking 3 languages. Trained in Business & Law at La Sorbonne.

Pascal SOMARRIBA

Co-Founder & MD

Over 30 years of experience managing international brands as CMO and CBO in creative industries and media (MTV, Benetton, T-Mobile, GAP). Launched 30+ TV Channels and digital platforms internationally.
French-Nicaraguan speaking 5 languages. Trained in Semiotics.

Nikkfurie DE LA CAUTION

Creative Director

Musician-producer and founding member of La Caution and Kourtrajmé, Nikkfurie helped define France’s underground by fusing rap with electronic and cinematic influences. His “Thé à la Menthe” (Ocean’s Twelve) became a cult hit, and for 20+ years he’s shaped independent artistry.

Musician-producer and founding member of La Caution and Kourtrajmé, Nikkfurie helped define France’s underground by fusing rap with electronic and cinematic influences.

His “Thé à la Menthe” (Ocean’s Twelve) became a cult hit, and for 20+ years he’s shaped independent artistry.

FUZI

Community Director

Multidisciplinary artist whose work has profoundly shaped the global graffiti and tattoo scenes. His raw, instinctive, and highly creative approach has taken him from graffiti on trains to exhibitions, and murals around the world. Author of over fifteen books, he also hosts Europe’s leading graffiti podcast.

PARTNERS

Ismail CHAIB

CTO - Tittri

15 years of experience in developing and scaling tech products. Led 350 engineers for Yassir the +10M users African Super App. Repeat entrepreneur and 10 years in Fintech.

Patrick HENEGHAN

CMO - MVP Studio

15 years of experience in Big Tech writing narratives and strategies for Google YouTube and as Europe Head of Marketing for Snapchat.

The ACT Committee
Arts, Culture & Tech Advisors

Everything you need to create, share, and monetise your work in one integrated platform.

kheira BOULHILA

Tech Executive

Sales Force

Alexander HOLLAND

Tech Executive

ex-Deezer

Stephanie LOIZON

Entertainement Executive

ex-Sony, Mediawan

Pascale OBOLO

Curator

Editor-in-chief

Christelle GRAILLOT

Talent Management

ex-Canal +, Vivendi

Boulomsouk SVADPHAIPHANE

Multi-disciplinary

Artist

Yerim SAR

Culture & Music

Journalist

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently
Asked Questions

Why should I join HYK?

Because HYK brings everything together in one place. Here, you can create, share, and sell — without switching platforms, without losing yourself. It’s a space that connects you to your community and keeps you true to your identity.

Is the platform free?

Yes. Signing up is completely free and gives you access to the HYK universe.

Can I publish my creations on HYK?

Absolutely.HYK welcomes all formats — music, video, podcast, photography, visual art, books, clothing, craft, objects, merch… You publish what you want, the way you want.

Can I sell on HYK?

Yes.You can sell both digital and physical creations, directly and transparently.

How can I earn from my creations?

Two simple ways: • Direct sales of your work. • Contributions from those who want to support you.

How much do I actually earn?

HYK only takes 10% on each transaction — one of the fairest, most transparent models for creators.

Will there be ads on HYK?

No. HYK is an ad-free space. No sponsors, no placements — just your creations, in the spotlight.

Why should I join HYK?

Is the platform free?

Yes. Signing up is completely free and gives you access to the HYK universe.

Can I publish my creations on HYK?

Absolutely.HYK welcomes all formats — music, video, podcast, photography, visual art, books, clothing, craft, objects, merch… You publish what you want, the way you want.

Can I sell on HYK?

Yes.You can sell both digital and physical creations, directly and transparently.

How can I earn from my creations?

Two simple ways: • Direct sales of your work. • Contributions from those who want to support you.

How much do I actually earn?

HYK only takes 10% on each transaction — one of the fairest, most transparent models for creators.

Will there be ads on HYK?

No.HYK is an ad-free space. No sponsors, no placements — just your creations, in the spotlight.

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One hub for every creation.

Direct, lasting relationshipswith your community.

Direct, lasting relationshipswith your

community.

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Discover culture — free from algorithmic walls.

Discover culture — free from

algorithmic walls.

Discover culture — free from algorithmic

walls.

Contribute to creations and creators you care about.

Contribute to creations and creators

you care about.

Contribute to creations and creators you

care about.

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