YouTube increased the eligibility bar for Shorts monetization from 10 million to 20 million views in 90 days, tightening the Partner Program requirements for sh

Australia's National Film and Sound Archive will preserve videos from creators including Mighty Car Mods, Tash Sultana and Eddie Woo in a new 100-year digital a

Multiple US universities now offer degrees in content creation and influencer marketing, drawing skepticism about the value and rigor of such programs.

Los Angeles police arrested streamer Santos Salazar following a domestic violence call; he is being held on attempted murder charges.

Senator Elissa Stevens said ending affiliation with Hasan Piker 'makes sense' after the university disinvited him from an event over his political views on Isra

A survey of 5,095 creators reveals heavy dependence on sponsored income but deep skepticism about branded content from peers.

YouTube will require 8,000 watch hours (up from 4,000) or 20 million Shorts views for the YouTube Partner Program starting February 2027, with Shorts views watc

LeBron James officially launched a golf-themed YouTube channel, releasing a first episode featuring a reunion with his 2016 Cavaliers championship teammates dur

A YouTube VP explained the new 10 million Shorts view floor for monetization by noting creators earn only 'a few cents' from lower view counts, sparking backlas

Lucasfilm issued takedowns of a fan-recorded teaser trailer for 'Star Wars: Starfighter' that surfaced after D23, removing it from YouTube and social platforms.

YouTube introduced new limits on repetitive video recommendations for teenage users to address concerns about harmful content loops.

Netflix is reportedly forming a new AI strategy, with analysts pointing to YouTube's accelerating growth as a key competitive pressure.

Twitch updated its privacy policy to allow Amazon to use stream content for AI model training with opt-out by default, sparking widespread backlash from creator

The political streamer was pulled from a campus appearance amid controversy over his Israel-Palestine commentary, drawing attention to the role of streamers in

Spotify is streaming The Ringer's Wise Guys podcast live on Twitch, signaling a push to compete with YouTube for live video podcast audiences.

The Kick streamer received a ban after a series of controversial incidents during a trip to Japan.

Kai Cenat's Esports Awards nomination sparked debate among fans who noted his extended absence from streaming.

The Trinidad Guardian highlights Speed's crossover influence as evidence of streamers' growing commercial and political relevance.

The social media company reportedly shutters its Nashville office and eliminates 250 positions.

A 28-year-old Pakistani TikTok creator known for her large following was fatally shot outside the capital.

The Ottawa government's push to restrict minors' social media access raises questions about how age verification would work.

Major platforms ask for an extension before Australia's law banning under-16 users takes effect.

YouTube confirms that Shorts played as advertisements will not count toward a channel's 20 million view threshold for monetization.

The ad verification firm expands its brand safety and suitability measurement to TikTok's Pangle ad network across 48 countries.

Australia's National Film and Sound Archive teams with YouTube to preserve creator content in a 100-year archive.

The Korean pro player joins the esports hall of fame following Faker and other legends.

Disney signals a major focus on creator-style short content to reach younger audiences.

Fans and critics argue a streamer who took a long hiatus should not be nominated ahead of active creators.

Nomura tells fans to 'run wild' with speculation about the unannounced Disney+ project.

Formal education for content creators grows but faces skepticism about career outcomes.

Joe Rogan laughed at an Australian public health video about petrol sniffing in Indigenous communities, drawing widespread criticism for mocking a serious healt

Rogan tops the list of highest-earning podcasters according to a new ranking, maintaining his dominant position in the industry.

Rogan criticized the Trump family's business dealings and cryptocurrency ventures, saying the amounts involved are 'nuts' and called the family 'shady'.

iHeartMedia expands distribution of six podcasts to Disney+ and Hulu, broadening reach for its audio content on video streaming platforms.

Spotify expands The Ringer's video podcast strategy by bringing the Wise Guys show to Twitch for live streaming.

Advertisers from a wider range of industries are increasing podcast investment, signaling continued maturation of the medium.

Square Enix and Disney showcased a new Kingdom Hearts 4 trailer at D23, confirming key characters are playable and reiterating a 2027 release window without del

The Kingdom Hearts universe is expanding beyond games with a new anime series for Disney+, with series creator Tetsuya Nomura confirmed to be involved.

The Simpsons creator suggested during a D23 panel that the cult-classic Hit & Run game is returning, but current showrunner Al Jean quickly pushed back on the r

The legendary mid laner joins Faker and Deft as the third player honored with induction into Riot's Hall of Legends.

A report claims Netflix has struck a deal for an exclusive extended look at Grand Theft Auto 6 gameplay, marking a major streaming rights play.

Fans and critics question the nomination of Kai Cenat for Esports Awards Streamer of the Year given his extended hiatus from streaming.

The AI video generation startup reaches a $5.4 billion valuation with backing from major institutional investors, signaling continued investor appetite for gene

The high-profile podcaster leaves United Talent Agency, a significant move in the talent management landscape for top creator talent.

Colleges are launching content creator majors, sparking debate over whether influencer education is a legitimate academic pursuit or a questionable investment.

The Business of Fashion examines how engagement and authentic connection are displacing raw follower numbers as key metrics in influencer marketing.

Snap India reports a shift in brand strategy toward giving creators more creative control in sponsored content campaigns.

The startup's direct-to-consumer brand built around creators expands into physical retail with a new Tokyo flagship location.