YouTube Shorts gets 2x speed playback, clear-screen mode, removes dislike button
Google rolled out multiple updates to YouTube Shorts including doubled playback speed, full-screen viewing, a cleaner interface, and removal of the public disli
Minute Mirror · +15 outlets
Woman dies from complications after attempting home birth guided by YouTube videos
Multiple reports of a Tamil Nadu mother's death after attempting childbirth at home using YouTube instructional videos, fearing surgical complications.
The Hindu · +14 outlets
YouTube expands AI tools for creators as competition with TikTok intensifies
Google introduced new AI-powered tools to help YouTube creators manage comments, produce content, and discover audiences amid growing platform competition.
TechJuice · +14 outlets
2026 FIFA World Cup streaming available on YouTube in multiple regions
Google offering World Cup matches through YouTube, positioning the platform as a major sports streaming destination.
Goal.com · +14 outlets
Facebook, TikTok, YouTube face $68 million fines under Australia's under-16 social media ban
Social media platforms including YouTube penalized for non-compliance with Australia's youth protection regulations.
Bloom Pakistan · +14 outlets
AI search cites random YouTubers more than established brands, raising visibility concerns
Brands risk being overshadowed by individual creators in AI-powered search results, prompting need for new content strategies.
inc.com
NotebookLM adds YouTube support, turning playlists into AI-powered study tools
Google's AI research tool now integrates YouTube videos, allowing users to generate study guides and audio discussions from video content.
en.softonic.com · +10 outlets
Kids prefer YouTube to traditional TV, study shows shift in viewing habits
Research indicates children increasingly favor YouTube over cable television, reflecting broader platform adoption among younger audiences.
Parents · +14 outlets
YouTube Studio adds notices column and estimated revenue view to Content tab
Creator-focused update adding transparency tools for monetization tracking and platform notifications in YouTube's studio interface.
PPC Land · +1 outlets
Brandon Aiyuk criticizes San Francisco 49ers management in YouTube video
NFL player used YouTube to publicly air grievances with team management over contract negotiations, gaining media attention.
Niners Nation · +8 outlets
Ms Rachel, kids' YouTube star, calls out world leaders over Gaza silence
Popular children's content creator used platform to advocate for political action on humanitarian issues.
The Express Tribune · +14 outlets
YouTube shapes public understanding of avian influenza, research shows
Study examines how YouTube content influences public perception and knowledge of health and science topics.
Medical Xpress
4.7 million TikTok and YouTube accounts removed in Indonesia digital cleanup
Indonesia removes inactive and violating accounts across platforms as part of content moderation initiative.
Yen News · +2 outlets
Philip DeFranco reflects on decade-plus running news channel on YouTube
Profile of long-running YouTube news creator and platform evolution from his perspective.
Ad-hoc-news.de
Korea-raised Congolese celebrity Jonathan confronts racial stereotypes via YouTube channel
Creator using platform to challenge cultural stereotypes and represent underrepresented perspectives.
The Korea Times
Obsession director transitions from YouTube success to theatrical release
Creator leverages YouTube following to launch film career, illustrating platform as talent pipeline to traditional media.
News24 · +14 outlets
Nick DiGiovanni builds food creator brand leveraging YouTube audience
Profile of creator expanding from YouTube to broader brand development in food and entertainment.
Ad-hoc-news.de · +2 outlets
YouTube says algorithm success depends on understanding your audience, not just recommendations
Platform guidance suggests creators focus on audience analysis rather than algorithmic manipulation for sustainable growth.
Mashable · +14 outlets