YouTube raised the bar for new creators to qualify for the YouTube Partner Program, effectively halving the number of channels eligible for ad revenue and pushi

Twitch acknowledged that parent company Amazon uses streamer content to train AI models, leading to creator concerns over consent and compensation.

The US Senate formally opened an inquiry into Roblox's child safety practices, while Chris Hansen was banned on the platform during a CrimeCon demonstration of

Los Angeles police arrested influencer Santos Salazar on suspicion of attempted murder following a domestic violence call.

The prominent Twitch streamer was removed from a UW event amid controversy over his political commentary, while a Snopes fact-check found an edited video target

The Sidemen creator KSI will stream his co-owned football club's matches on his YouTube channel via a partnership with DAZN.

YouTube is doubling the Partner Program requirements for new creators, requiring 8,000 watch hours or 20 million Shorts views to earn ad revenue starting Februa

NBA superstar LeBron James debuted a YouTube golf channel, releasing a first video documenting a Cavaliers title team reunion golf trip to Scotland.

YouTube removed a dozen channels disseminating pro-Kremlin narratives in Ukraine, including one belonging to a former Ukrainian MP.

YouTube has introduced a chatbot feature available to mobile users, aiming to improve help and discovery within the app.

A court ruled against fair use protections for anime recap channels, ordering YouTube to reveal their identities to the plaintiffs.

A bold Iranian YouTube program is drawing attention for tackling sensitive social and political topics rarely discussed openly in the country.

Twitch quietly enabled Amazon to train its AI models on all creator content by default, with an opt-out buried in settings, drawing widespread anger from the st

Spotify is expanding its video presence on Twitch with The Ringer's podcast content, signaling a new front in competition with YouTube for creator audiences.

The prominent political streamer is seeking backing from Democratic leaders after a rough cycle, part of a broader debate about creator involvement in real-worl

The Twitch streamer denies CNN analyst Scott Jennings' defamation allegation and says he will sue, escalating an online feud into a potential legal battle.

A viral clip of Hasan Piker speaking about Black people was determined to be heavily edited and misleading by fact-checkers.

Twitch names a new chief marketing officer as part of executive leadership changes.

A US appeals court rejected tech companies' bid to dismiss mass lawsuits alleging their platforms deliberately addict children, clearing the way for thousands o

France's highest court struck down a law that would have required parental consent for social media use by those under 15, citing constitutional concerns.

The partnership brings TikTok creator content to Disney's streaming service, signaling deeper integration between short-form platforms and traditional entertain

TikTok's in-app marketplace has surpassed major US retailers in online sales volume, driven by impulse buying and creator-led commerce.

Platforms are urging Australian regulators to delay enforcement of the world's strictest social media age ban, citing data concerns and implementation challenge

TikTok is shutting its Nashville office and laying off 250 employees as part of restructuring, though the company said it will maintain a presence in the city.

Disney partners with TikTok to bring vertical, short-form creator content onto Disney+, marking a major platform crossover deal.

YouTube creator KSI partners with sports streaming platform DAZN to bring non-league football broadcasts to YouTube.

Tetsuya Nomura is involved in a Disney+ anime project, fueling speculation about a Kingdom Hearts animated series.

Universities are launching degree programs in content creation and influencing, sparking debate over academic value.

Content creator Yonna says she turned down a Harvard University scholarship to join Kai Cenat's Streamer University program.

Top chess grandmasters Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura share their genuine opinions about popular chess YouTuber GothamChess.

Joe Rogan questions the legality of Donald Trump's crypto ventures and family business deals, saying they could lead to arrests.

Joe Rogan faces backlash after laughing during a video segment about Indigenous petrol sniffing in Australia, with critics calling the reaction ignorant.

Spotify expands its video podcast strategy by bringing The Ringer's 'Wise Guys' to livestream on Twitch, signaling deeper cross-platform integration.

Visual Capitalist and Forbes both publish rankings highlighting top podcast earnings, revealing platform power and industry pay disparities.

Joe Rogan expresses agreement with Candace Owens' alternative theories about the death of Charlie Kirk, sparking renewed debate.

New research reveals a gap between listener interest in music-focused podcasts and available content in the category.

Disney officially greenlit an anime-style Kingdom Hearts series for Disney Channel and Disney+, with series creator Tetsuya Nomura involved in the project.

Netflix is closing two internal game studios, including Night School Studio (Oxenfree creator) and Moonloot Studios, as part of a retreat from its in-house game

During a D23 panel, Matt Groening seemingly let slip that the classic Simpsons Hit & Run game is being revived, with multiple outlets reporting it as a remaster

Mattel announced a new internal game studio to create digital gaming experiences from its portfolio of toy and entertainment brands.

Twitch is drawing criticism from gamers and streamers after implementing a policy that allows Amazon to use stream content for AI training unless users manually

A trailer at D23 confirmed Kingdom Hearts IV is targeting a late 2027 release on Nintendo Switch 2.

YouTube is raising the barrier to entry for new creators to qualify for revenue sharing, impacting future monetization strategies on the platform.

Multiple universities are introducing formal majors in content creation and influencer marketing, drawing criticism over the value and rigor of such degrees.

The Walt Disney Company and TikTok are partnering to distribute short-form creator content on Disney's streaming platform, blending social media and traditional

The talent management acquisition consolidates the creator representation space as agencies scale to serve the growing influencer market.

A controversy over the Selar platform reveals how Nigeria's government is moving to formalize taxation of digital creators and their income.

Travel influencers are increasingly driving consumer decisions and destination marketing, transforming how the tourism industry operates.