YouTube doubles monetization thresholds to 8,000 watch hours, 20M Shorts views for 2027
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
Tekedia · +13 outlets
LeBron James launches YouTube golf channel with Cavaliers reunion trip to Scotland
LeBron James officially launched a golf-themed YouTube channel, releasing a first episode featuring a reunion with his 2016 Cavaliers championship teammates dur
International Business Times Australia · +14 outlets
YouTube VP cites 'a few cents' in revenue to justify 10 million Shorts view floor
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
PPC Land
Lucasfilm scrubs fan-captured 'Star Wars: Starfighter' teaser trailer from YouTube and social media
Lucasfilm issued takedowns of a fan-recorded teaser trailer for 'Star Wars: Starfighter' that surfaced after D23, removing it from YouTube and social platforms.
Yahoo · +2 outlets
YouTube puts limits on repetitive recommendations for teens
YouTube introduced new limits on repetitive video recommendations for teenage users to address concerns about harmful content loops.
Mashable · +6 outlets
Netflix reportedly developing new AI strategy as YouTube's growth explains shift
Netflix is reportedly forming a new AI strategy, with analysts pointing to YouTube's accelerating growth as a key competitive pressure.
Stocktwits
Google and YouTube agree to $7.5 million YouTube TV settlement with payout options
A $7.5 million settlement over YouTube TV practices offers claimants up to $92.26 with six payout options before an August 30 deadline.
Readers.id · +14 outlets
Spotify's new weapon against YouTube: Twitch
The Ankler reports Spotify is leveraging Twitch as a competitive response to YouTube's dominance in video and creator content.
The Ankler · +3 outlets
AI-generated YouTube videos falsely tell seniors they can stop paying property taxes
Around 50 AI-generated YouTube videos are spreading misinformation to seniors about property tax obligations, prompting consumer warnings.
Yahoo Finance · +3 outlets
YouTube deploys chatbot for mobile users
YouTube launched a chatbot feature for mobile users, aiming to help with discovery and recommendations directly within the app.
MediaPost · +7 outlets
Nancy Mace reveals tattoos in bikini photo for new YouTube show launch
Congresswoman Nancy Mace debuted full sleeve tattoos in a bikini photo on her new YouTube show, drawing attention as a political figure launching a video platfo
Mediaite · +8 outlets
Iranian YouTube shows tackle sensitive topics boldly, earning notice from NYT
A New York Times profile highlights Iranian YouTube creators producing shows that address taboo political and social subjects despite censorship risks.
thechenabtimes.com · +1 outlets
KSI and DAZN partner with Dagenham & Redbridge for YouTube live-stream deal
YouTuber KSI and streaming service DAZN have struck a deal with English football club Dagenham & Redbridge to live-stream matches for the 2026/27 season.
Sporticos · +10 outlets
Comic's YouTube ban over satire ignites free-speech debate
A comedian's YouTube ban for satirical content has sparked renewed debate about the platform's free-speech policies and moderation practices.
thecanary.co · +1 outlets
YouTube's own channel tells parents a zero timer removes Shorts from homepage
YouTube's official help channel advised parents that setting a zero-minute timer can remove Shorts from the homepage for child accounts.
PPC Land · +1 outlets
YouTube explains frequent interface changes as necessary for improvement
YouTube publicly addressed user frustration over constant interface tweaks, stating changes are needed to test and roll out improvements.
Pakistan Connect · +4 outlets
Reset My YouTube Feed adds clean list view and hides Shorts from subscriptions
A third-party tool called Reset My YouTube Feed offers users a cleaner list view and the ability to hide Shorts from their subscription feed.
The National Law Review · +7 outlets
Warning to people using Netflix and YouTube in South Africa
A warning has been issued to South African users of Netflix and YouTube regarding potential security or billing risks.
businesstech.co.za · +6 outlets