YouTube has been making headlines recently due to a range of incidents involving its platform and content creators. From controversies surrounding influencers like Ruby Franke facing legal troubles to the tragic news of Marco Troper, son of former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki, being found dead in his college dormitory, the platform has been at the center of various high-profile stories. Additionally, the platform has faced legal challenges, such as the Court of Appeal granting an injunction holding platforms responsible for hosting certain content, exposing global internet companies to new legal risks.
YouTube, an American online video-sharing platform, was founded in February 2005 by former PayPal employees Chad Hurley, Steve Chen, and Jawed Karim. Google acquired the site in November 2006 for US$1, and it has since grown to become one of the most popular video platforms globally. With over 100 million paid users on YouTube Music and Premium and more than 8 million paid subscribers on YouTube TV, the platform has solidified its position as a major player in the digital entertainment industry. Despite facing challenges related to content moderation and legal issues, YouTube continues to be a dominant force in online video sharing and streaming services.
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The Court of Appeal granted an injunction that holds platforms responsible for hosting the song, exposing global internet companies to new legal risks.
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TikTok, the short video platform originally popular for its 15-second lip-synching content, is now testing 60-minute video uploads with certain creators, in a challenge to veteran online video giant YouTube.
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The Hunt for Gollum fan film racked up more than 13 million views on YouTube.
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Alternative for Germany’s core supporters are sticking with the party despite allegations of dodgy links to Russia and China.
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Giorgia Meloni is the model for the continent’s far right.
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Authorities say abuse of monkeys at the Angkor Unesco World Heritage site is a growing problem as people look for new ways to draw online viewers to generate cash.
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What began as a primitive tool has spawned hyperrealistic fakes with the potential to disrupt elections around the world
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The director’s new biopic about the troubled singer tells the story of a relationship scrutinised by the tabloids – something she knows all about. She talks about facing cancer, falling for a younger man and why she’ll always be drawn to ‘intense,
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The New York Times is the gold standard for modern media companies. But free content is free content. Reddit is winning on that count.
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MrBeast is set to bring the “largest game show in history” to Amazon Prime, offering a $5 million prize to contestants. The world’s most popular YouTuber, real name Jimmy Donaldson, boasts 245 million subscribers on the platform and is now taking hi
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A recent reunion of the triumphant squad brought back memories of the confrontation and camaraderie that underpinned their bond, and the sacrifices they made in pursuit of glory
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Disgraced influencer Ruby Franke has just been sentenced to prison for abusing her children despite having a parenting advice channel on YouTube called ‘8 Passengers’
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Pudgy Penguins expands its collaboration with Walmart, increasing its footprint from 2,000 to 3,100 locations.
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Marco Troper, 19, son of former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki, found dead in his college dormitory at UC Berkeley, possibly due to a drug overdose.
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Justin Mohn, 32, has been hit with terrorism charges after allegedly decapitating his father and posting a video online.
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TikTok has launched a native app for the Apple Vision Pro, providing an immersive viewing experience with features tailored to the headset.
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Scientists have identified a universal consortium of microbes that drive human decomposition, leading to the development of a microbial timeline for cadaver decomposition.
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Streaming services like Amazon Prime Video are being sued for showing ads with Prime Video streams and changing terms for annual subscriptions.
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Piers Morgan is moving his 8pm show from TalkTV to YouTube to avoid the constraints of fixed TV schedules.
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YouTube TV now has more than 8 million paid subscribers, making it one of the largest TV providers in the country.