YouTube doubles YPP monetization thresholds, requiring 1,000 subs and 4,000 watch hours for ad revenue
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
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Twitch confirms Amazon trains AI on streamer data, triggering backlash
Twitch acknowledged that parent company Amazon uses streamer content to train AI models, leading to creator concerns over consent and compensation.
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US Senate launches investigation into Roblox over child safety
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
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Kick streamer Santos Salazar arrested for attempted murder after domestic violence call
Los Angeles police arrested influencer Santos Salazar on suspicion of attempted murder following a domestic violence call.
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Hasan Piker pulled from University of Washington event over Israel views
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
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KSI and DAZN strike deal to broadcast Dagenham and Redbridge matches on YouTube
The Sidemen creator KSI will stream his co-owned football club's matches on his YouTube channel via a partnership with DAZN.
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Court orders YouTube to unmask anime recap channels, rejects fair use claim
A court ruled against fair use for anime recap channels and ordered YouTube to reveal the identities behind the accounts.
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Influencer Amelia Aguilera faces torture and kidnapping charges
The influencer known as 'Queen of the North' was arrested on charges including torture, kidnapping, and extortion.
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Colleges launch content creator degrees as critics question value
Multiple US universities are offering influencer or content creation majors through journalism schools, drawing skepticism about academic rigor and career outco
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The Simpsons Hit and Run returning in some form, Matt Groening says
Matt Groening hinted at a revival of the classic 2003 Simpsons game, sparking speculation about a remaster or sequel.
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NEMCEA 2026 unveiled to monetize and secure Nigeria's creator economy
The 5th edition of Nigeria's creator economy conference aims to help creators generate sustainable income after the views fade.
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Streamer Games goes global
The live-streaming competition event series expands internationally.
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Gensyn launches Delphi AI-powered information market for creator economy
A new platform aims to reshape the $250 billion creator economy with AI-driven information markets.
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D4vd violent videos analyzed as case progresses
The making of the musician's violent music videos is being scrutinized in connection with his ongoing legal case.
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Influencer Veronica Perasso says she risked her life for illegal silicone injections
The influencer said she received illegal silicone injections at a friend's home because she couldn't afford surgery.
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Reckless Ben infiltrates school tied to Paris Hilton abuse allegations
The YouTuber posed as a student to expose conditions at a school for struggling kids tied to Paris Hilton's past allegations.
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NoPixel V to launch closed beta on Rockstar Games Launcher
The next evolution of the GTA roleplay server will debut on Rockstar's platform on September 8.
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Nara Smith signs with CAA
The TikTok cooking creator joined Creative Artists Agency for representation.
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