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YouTube doubles monetization thresholds: 1,000 subscribers now need 4,000 watch hours or 10M Shorts views
YouTube is raising requirements for the YouTube Partner Program, doubling watch hour and Shorts view thresholds effective February 2027, making it harder for ne
Affiverse · +14 outlets
Twitch confirms Amazon trains AI on streamer content, triggering creator backlash
Twitch acknowledged that Amazon uses streamer videos, clips, and chat data to train generative AI models, drawing sharp criticism from creators concerned about
Dexerto Latest Posts · +7 outlets
US Senate launches investigation into Roblox over child safety concerns
The US Senate has opened an investigation into Roblox, focusing on child safety measures on the platform.
Dexerto Latest Posts · +7 outlets
US Senate launches investigation into Roblox over child safety
The US Senate has opened an investigation into child safety concerns on the Roblox platform.
Dexerto Latest Posts · +9 outlets
Spotify cracks down on AI-generated music but allows AI persona accounts to post if they build a personal brand
Spotify is adding enforcement against AI slop while permitting AI-powered persona accounts that develop a following, reflecting the platform's balancing act bet
Tubefilter · +14 outlets
KSI and DAZN strike broadcast deal for Dagenham and Redbridge matches via YouTube
Creator KSI, co-owner of the English soccer club, will broadcast its 2026-27 season matches on his YouTube channel through a deal with DAZN.
Tubefilter · +3 outlets

YouTube18 stories ›

YouTube Doubles Monetization Thresholds for YPP, Requiring 8,000 Watch Hours or 20 Million Shorts Views Starting February 2027
YouTube will require new creators to earn either 8,000 watch hours (doubled from 4,000) or 20 million Shorts views (up from 10 million) plus 1,000 subscribers t
ET BrandEquity · +15 outlets
YouTube Blocks 12 Russian Propaganda Channels in Ukraine, Including Former MP's Channel
YouTube removed 12 channels spreading Kremlin narratives in Ukraine, with Ukrainian authorities confirming the takedowns as part of ongoing counter-propaganda e
dev.ua · +7 outlets
Google Labels AI-Generated Ads Across Search, YouTube, and Discover
Google announced it will begin labeling AI-generated advertisements across its platforms including Search, YouTube, and Discover for transparency.
marketscale.com · +14 outlets
Court Orders YouTube to Unmask Anime Recap Channels, Rejects Fair Use Defense
A court ruled against fair use claims by anime recap channels and ordered YouTube to reveal their identities to the plaintiffs.
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YouTube Deploys Chatbot for Mobile Users
YouTube has introduced a chatbot feature for mobile users, expanding AI-powered tools within the platform.
MediaPost · +7 outlets
Android Auto Adds Native YouTube Support With 1080p Video Playback
Android Auto now supports native YouTube video playback at up to 1080p resolution, expanding in-car entertainment options.
Ubergizmo · +14 outlets

Twitch18 stories ›

Twitch enables Amazon AI training on all streams by default, creators and outlets explode in backlash
Twitch confirmed it enrolls all creators into Amazon AI training by default with a buried opt-out, sparking massive backlash from streamers and coverage across
Technobezz · +15 outlets
Twitch adds opt-out for AI training after years of default enrollment
BetaNews reports Twitch quietly added the opt-out toggle while keeping default enrollment active.
BetaNews · +1 outlets
Spotify brings The Ringer video podcast 'Wise Guys' to Twitch
The move signals Spotify's expanding video strategy and a new front against YouTube for creator talent.
Net Influencer · +5 outlets
Belgian Twitch star Michiel Vandeweert dies at 28 after defying 12-year prognosis
The streamer, known for his positivity while living with a terminal diagnosis, passed away.
Soap Central · +2 outlets
Twitch names Christine Cassis as global CMO
The appointment fills Twitch's top marketing role as the platform navigates brand partnerships.
bandt.com.au · +2 outlets
HasanAbi threatens to sue CNN analyst Scott Jennings over defamation claim
The streamer escalated a public feud with the conservative commentator, calling the claim an egregious lie.
The Times of India · +1 outlets

Platforms18 stories ›

TikTok Shop hits $50B in first half of 2026, overtaking Target and Costco online
TikTok's e-commerce arm surpassed major US retailers in online sales, highlighting the platform's rapid growth as a shopping destination.
International Supermarket News · +2 outlets
Trump administration lifts ban on TikTok from US federal government devices
The reversal ends a yearslong prohibition on TikTok use by federal employees, citing ByteDance restructuring.
SC Media · +14 outlets
Taylor Swift forces removal of her music from White House TikTok video by Trump team
Swift's label repeatedly acted to take down TikTok posts from the Trump campaign using her songs without permission.
International Business Times UK · +14 outlets
Disney and TikTok launch global deal for creator-made short-form content on Disney+
The multi-platform partnership brings TikTok creator videos to Disney+ and Hulu, expanding short-form video into streaming.
marketech apac · +14 outlets
Instagram unveils new wordmark in first major brand refresh in a decade
Instagram updated its logo wordmark for the first time in 10 years, though the app icon remains unchanged.
Newstrack English · +14 outlets
TikTok ends international remote work policy, tells US employees to return to office 5 days a week
TikTok is tightening in-office requirements globally and in the US, signaling a post-pandemic workplace shift.
Commercial Observer · +14 outlets

Creators18 stories ›

TikTok, Disney strike global deal to bring creator-made short-form content to Disney+
The partnership signals deepening integration between social creator content and traditional streaming platforms.
marketech apac · +14 outlets
KSI and DAZN strike Dagenham & Redbridge YouTube broadcast deal
The creator and sports streaming platform collaborate to bring non-league football to YouTube, expanding creator-driven sports media.
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Kai Cenat and IShowSpeed complete 5-day Minecraft Hardcore marathon
The two top streamers finished a multi-day challenge killing all four bosses, drawing massive concurrent viewership and creating viral clips across platforms.
spilled.gg · +8 outlets
TikTok and Sundance Collab launch micro-series storytelling program
The program aims to teach creators how to develop short-form narrative series, further blurring lines between social content and traditional filmmaking.
sundance.org · +13 outlets
Colleges bet on content creator degree programs as critics question value
Universities are launching influencer majors amid debate over whether such degrees provide real career value in the creator economy.
University Business · +5 outlets
Content creators decry Instagram censorship, call restrictions a 'digital emergency'
Creators allege excessive content moderation on Instagram is harming their livelihoods and free expression.
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Podcasts18 stories ›

Joe Rogan criticizes Trump family for making billions, calls crypto deals 'shady'
Rogan called out Donald Trump and his family for profiting from crypto deals during and after his presidency, questioning their ethics.
Newsweek · +13 outlets
Disney+ secures rights to Gary Neville's The Overlap football podcast, rivaling Lineker's Netflix deal
The former Manchester United star's podcast series moves to Disney+, competing with Gary Lineker's soccer content deal at Netflix.
The Guardian · +2 outlets
Gary Neville's The Overlap podcast lands Disney+ deal, rivaling Lineker
The Overlap football podcast moves to Disney+, competing directly with Gary Lineker's Netflix deal.
Media Mole · +2 outlets
Spotify bringing Ringer video podcast to Twitch
Spotify is expanding The Ringer's video podcast presence to the Twitch platform, signaling cross-platform video podcast strategy.
Mashable · +2 outlets
Joe Rogan blasts WNBA leadership over transgender athlete policy
Rogan criticized the WNBA's stance on transgender athletes, calling their position 'loony' and weighing in on the ongoing debate.
NewsBreak · +2 outlets
Basis and Barometer launch episode-level podcast ad targeting
The ad-tech companies are enabling advertisers to target specific episodes within podcasts, a new level of granularity in podcast advertising.
MarTech Cube · +3 outlets

Gaming18 stories ›

Twitch opts streamers into Amazon AI training by default, sparking backlash
Twitch enabled a new feature that uses streamers' VODs and archives to train Amazon's generative AI models without explicit opt-in, drawing criticism from creat
TweakTown · +14 outlets
Netflix closes Night School Studio and another gaming studio in gaming pullback
Netflix shut down two more game studios including Night School Studio (Oxenfree), signaling a continued retreat from its gaming ambitions as it struggles to fin
eGamers.io · +12 outlets
Halo co-creator blasts Campaign Evolved's lack of PvP as 'poor planning' and art direction as 'damn ugly'
Halo co-creator Marcus Lehto criticized Halo: Campaign Evolved's omission of PvP multiplayer and its Forerunner art direction, calling it a misstep from lack of
GamingBolt · +9 outlets
Monkey Island creator Ron Gilbert secures wealthy private investor for next game after rejecting publisher deals
Ron Gilbert, creator of Monkey Island, funded his next unannounced game through a wealthy private individual investor after growing frustrated with traditional
Bloomberg.com · +2 outlets
Mattel launches Mattel Game Studios to develop and publish digital games based on its IP
Mattel announced the formation of Mattel Game Studios, a new internal division to create and publish video games based on its toy and entertainment brands like
Brands Untapped · +14 outlets
Disney expands gaming business as potential growth catalyst
Disney is growing its gaming operations, viewing interactive entertainment as a key driver for the company's next chapter, with new initiatives spanning licensi
The Globe and Mail · +4 outlets

Economy18 stories ›

YouTube to double monetisation threshold for new creators starting 2027
YouTube will require creators to meet higher watch hour and subscriber minimums before they can join the Partner Program, raising the barrier for new entrants.
Trak.in · +14 outlets
Disney and TikTok launch global deal to bring creator-made short-form content to Disney+
The partnership will allow TikTok creators' content to appear on Disney's streaming platform, expanding the distribution of user-generated short-form video.
marketech apac · +11 outlets
Digital Brand Architects acquires creator management firm V1sion Ventures
The talent giant's acquisition of a boutique management shop aims to help influencers build their own businesses beyond traditional brand deals.
Variety · +5 outlets
Colleges introduce 'influencer' majors as critics question the value of content creator degrees
Universities are launching formal degree programs in content creation and influencer marketing, with tuition costs reaching $142,000 at some institutions.
ABC News · +5 outlets
Nigeria's Selar dispute shows how government plans to tax the creator economy
A tax row between the Selar platform and the Lagos tax authority signals new regulatory hurdles for Nigerian creators and digital commerce.
TechCabal · +1 outlets
Selar CEO disputes LIRS tax claim as creator economy faces new regulatory hurdles in Nigeria
The platform's CEO pushes back against tax authority demands as Nigeria moves to regulate digital creator income.
streamlinefeed.co.ke · +2 outlets