YouTube announced a major overhaul of the YouTube Partner Program, doubling the watch time requirement from 4,000 to 8,000 hours and increasing Shorts view thre

YouTube's lower-cost ad-free tier is rolling out broadly, with creator payouts sourced from a separate pool, though it still includes limited advertising.

A new monthly Shorts earnings gate means channels under 10 million views in 90 days will not receive ad revenue from Shorts, shifting payouts toward larger crea

A new toggle allows viewers to temporarily hide Shorts from the YouTube Home feed, giving users more control over their content experience.

YouTube updated its policies to restrict content that promotes or glorifies eating disorders, part of ongoing safety efforts.

Google updated ad policies for YouTube and Google Discover, marking the second revision in less than a year.

YouTube clarified that content deemed low-value or repetitive will not qualify for monetization under the updated Partner Program.

Vietnamese creators gain access to YouTube's subscription-based revenue sharing model, broadening monetization options in the region.

Abdul El-Sayed removed controversial YouTube clips ahead of his gubernatorial campaign, saying they no longer reflect his beliefs.

A growing parent movement advocates reducing YouTube screen time in classrooms in favor of traditional reading materials.

A public feud between top streamers HasanAbi and Asmongold escalated with calls for a permanent platform ban.