I actually have the full source of the base platform.

Where I am lacking is the wallet and crypto integration skills and the ability to modify it to add in paid follows, posts, etc.

I can launch the platform and push users to it with virtually zero developer effort; I would prefer to launch it right, with the paid element at least somewhat integrated.

It is based on PHP and MySQL for the platform.

For crypto integration, I know of some out-of-the-box solutions like Bitpay but not sure a middleman is needed for this.

FWIW. I own a portfolio of U.S. News Brands (mainstream news) that I intend to integrate with the platform as well to drive downstream engagement with the platform from everyday internet users who may or may not even be familiar with crypto markets and how they function.