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Are Raids Hurting Your Twitch Stream?
Raiding is a huge part of Twitch culture, but new research suggests that sending huge raids might actually be hurting your community engagement more than helping.
August 13, 2025
YouTube Tests New Creator Collaboration Feature
YouTube is testing a new collaboration feature that could change how creators work together. But will it actually solve discoverability problems, or is this just another feature that benefits the biggest channels?
August 6, 2025
Twitch Finally Gets Serious About Viewbotting
Twitch announced significant updates to their viewbot detection systems, promising to crack down on artificial viewership that's been inflating numbers across the platform for years.
July 30, 2025
A New Free Tool for Creators: Preview Your Vertical Content
With vertical content dominating every platform, there's one frustrating problem creators face. So I built a free solution, and I want Stream Report readers to try it first.
July 23, 2025
The Future of Streaming According to Twitch’s CEO
Twitch CEO Dan Clancy recently made one of his most revealing interviews yet, covering everything from why the platform abandoned exclusive contracts to his thoughts on creator growth and community building.
July 16, 2025
YouTube Launches Live Leaderboard for Top Fans
YouTube is rolling out a new feature called the Live Leaderboard for Top Fans, designed to boost livestream engagement. This system ranks the top 50 most active viewers during a livestream.
July 9, 2025
MrBeast Removes AI Thumbnail Tool After Backlash
The community's strong negative reaction quickly forced MrBeast's Viewstats platform to pull its controversial new AI thumbnail generator from the market.
July 2, 2025
YouTube Launches Communities: What Creators Need to Know
We're taking a deep dive into YouTube's new "Communities" feature, what it means for your engagement strategy, and whether it can truly bring your audience home.
June 25, 2025
Twitch’s 2K Streaming Beta: Everything You Need to Know
We're taking a deep dive into Twitch's expanding 2K (1440p) streaming beta, what it means for your stream quality, and what you'll need to jump in.
June 19, 2025
Twitch’s Future: Vertical Video, 2K Streams & Monetization Overhaul
We unpack TwitchCon's biggest reveals, including vertical video and 2K streaming, new creator monetization options like Combos and streamer-led promos, and significant updates to Clips and Affiliate requirements.
June 4, 2025
New on Twitch: Shared Hype, Spendable Balance & More
We explore Twitch's new Shared Hype Trains and clip-to-Story functionality, unpack the new ways creators can spend their earnings on the platform, and examine the community's reaction to the controversial new category art.
May 28, 2025
Twitch Adjusts Plus Program
Twitch is changing its Plus Program requirements to offer better revenue splits for creators in Latin American. We look at the details, the data, and what might be driving this strategic move.
May 21, 2025
Twitch is Testing a New Ad Format
Twitch's ad experiment involves displaying muted video advertisements in a dedicated space alongside the main stream content, allowing the creator's broadcast to continue uninterrupted.
May 14, 2025
Twitch Suddenly Blocked for Streamers in Spain
Twitch went dark for streamers and viewers across Spain this weekend—not because of a technical glitch, but due to sweeping anti-piracy measures that blocked access for thousands of legitimate creators.
May 7, 2025
Twitch Introduces ‘Combos’ & Overhauls Clips
Twitch unveils "Combos," a new community-driven way to use Bits, and rolls out a significant batch of updates aimed at improving the Clips experience for creators and viewers alike.
April 30, 2025
New Streaming Tools on Patreon
Patreon's native livestreaming is rolling out, offering creators another powerful way to connect directly with members. Learn about the new features, the potential for significantly higher payouts compared to other platforms, and the full launch details coming this summer.
April 23, 2025
5 New Creative Tools For YouTube Shorts
YouTube is significantly upgrading the Shorts creation experience with five new tools set to launch this spring.
April 9, 2025
Twitch Monetization Has a Catch
Twitch's latest monetization update has a big implication for non-Affiliate streamers. Discover how the new system works and who really benefits from the change.
April 2, 2025
YouTube Overhauls Mid-Roll Ads
YouTube is rolling out major changes to how mid-roll ads work on the platform, providing creators with unprecedented transparency about ad placement while simultaneously causing confusion and concern throughout the creator community.
March 26, 2025
How Twitch Streamers Monetize their Content
How do streamers balance their passion for content creation with the need to monetize? Let’s explore insights from a conversation at SXSW between Maya, the founder of Alveus Sanctuary, and Mike Minton, the Chief Monetization Officer at Twitch.
March 19, 2025
Sidemen Sell Out Wembley Stadium
We explore the Sidemen's record-breaking Wembley Stadium charity match, examine how digital creators are filling major sports venues, and analyze what this landmark event means for the future of livestreaming.
March 12, 2025
Twitch Opens Monetization to Everyone
We analyze Twitch CEO Dan Clancy's 2025 roadmap, examine the platform's monetization strategy shift, and unpack what these changes really mean for streamers beyond the corporate hype.
March 5, 2025
Twitch Will Remove Your Highlights Soon
Twitch introduces a 100-hour storage limit for Highlights and Uploads starting April 19, affecting long-time creators and communities who rely on this content.
February 26, 2025
YouTube Turns 20: Big Changes Coming in 2025
YouTube celebrates its 20th birthday with some major announcements about where the platform is headed. CEO Neal Mohan has outlined four key areas of focus that could reshape how creators work and earn on the platform.
February 19, 2025
Are Raids Hurting Your Twitch Stream?
Twitch Raids: Are They Hurting Community Engagement? Raiding is one of those classic Twitch moves. You finish your stream, gather up your community, and send them off to another creator. It feels good, right? You’re helping someone out, boosting their numbers, and maybe even cross-pollinating audiences. But what if that ...
August 13, 2025
Twitch Finally Gets Serious About Viewbotting
Twitch’s New Viewbot Crackdown: What Creators Need to Know After years of creators complaining about artificial viewership inflating the platform’s metrics, Twitch finally announced they’re taking serious action. This week, Twitch Support revealed they’ve made “meaningful improvements” to their ability to identify viewbots, inauthentic viewership, and fake engagement. What Twitch ...
July 30, 2025
A New Free Tool for Creators: Preview Your Vertical Content
Check Your Vertical Content (My New Free Tool) Over the past few months, we’ve covered the explosive growth of vertical content everywhere. YouTube Shorts hitting 200 billion daily views. Twitch rolling out dual-format streaming. Every platform pushing creators toward that 9:16 aspect ratio like their lives depend on it. Here’s ...
July 23, 2025
The Future of Streaming According to Twitch’s CEO
4 Key Takeaways from Twitch CEO’s Latest Interview Twitch CEO Dan Clancy recently appeared on The Colin and Samir Show for one of his most revealing interviews yet, covering everything from why the platform abandoned exclusive contracts to his thoughts on creator growth and community building. While much of the ...
July 16, 2025
Twitch’s 2K Streaming Beta: Everything You Need to Know
Get Your Stream Ready: Twitch 2K Access Is Rolling Out While TwitchCon Rotterdam may be fresh in our minds from just two weeks ago, one of its biggest announcements – 2K (1440p) streaming – is already expanding its reach. More streamers are getting access to the beta, and the conversations ...
June 19, 2025
Twitch’s Future: Vertical Video, 2K Streams & Monetization Overhaul
Big News from TwitchCon: Rewind, 2K & Easier Affiliate! TwitchCon Rotterdam just wrapped, marking ten years of the event, and Twitch came armed with a veritable avalanche of announcements. From long-awaited features finally making an appearance (hello, Rewind!) to new monetization tools and a continued push on mobile, there’s a ...
June 4, 2025
New on Twitch: Shared Hype, Spendable Balance & More
Twitch This Week: Hype Gets Shared, Earnings Get Spent, and Art Gets… Scrutinized? It’s another busy week in the Twitchverse, with the platform rolling out several new features. We’re seeing fresh ways to engage communities and manage earnings, but as always, not every update lands without a few raised eyebrows. ...
May 28, 2025
Twitch Adjusts Plus Program
Twitch Reworks Plus Program for Latin American Creators Twitch has announced significant adjustments to its Plus Program specifically for streamers in Latin America. The platform is lowering the qualification thresholds, which will allow more creators in the region to access higher net revenue shares from subscriptions. Effective June 1, 2025, ...
May 21, 2025
Twitch is Testing a New Ad Format
Twitch’s New Ad Test: A Glimmer of Hope or More of the Same? Twitch is currently the subject of discussion for testing a new ad format. The experiment involves displaying muted video advertisements in a dedicated space alongside the main stream content, allowing the creator’s broadcast to continue uninterrupted. What’s ...
May 14, 2025
Twitch Suddenly Blocked for Streamers in Spain
Twitch Goes Dark for Creators in Spain Streamers in Spain faced a major hurdle this past weekend: Twitch became inaccessible. This wasn’t a platform outage on Twitch’s end, but the direct result of Spanish ISPs enforcing a court order obtained by LaLiga, the country’s top football league, in its ongoing ...
May 7, 2025
Twitch Introduces ‘Combos’ & Overhauls Clips
What Streamers Need To Know About Twitch Combos This week, Twitch announced some exciting product updates focused on community interaction and content sharing. The core news centered around a brand new feature called Combos and a suite of much-needed updates to Clips. Let’s dive into what these changes mean for ...
April 30, 2025
Twitch Monetization Has a Catch
The Catch in Twitch’s “Monetization for All” Plan Back in February, Twitch generated significant buzz with the announcement that monetization tools like Subscriptions and Bits would be opened up to most streamers from day one starting in 2025. This move promised to let creators “start building earnings through direct patronage” ...
April 2, 2025
How Twitch Streamers Monetize their Content
Balancing Passion and Profit: Monetization Strategies for Streamers Twitch has rapidly become a unique platform where streamers can not only share their passions but also turn them into a viable source of income. But how do streamers balance their passion for content creation with the need to monetize? Let’s explore ...
March 19, 2025
Twitch Opens Monetization to Everyone
Twitch’s 2025 Roadmap: Reading Between the Lines Dan Clancy, Twitch’s CEO, recently published his annual open letter outlining the platform’s priorities for 2025. While the letter paints a rosy picture of Twitch’s plans, let’s break down what these announcements actually mean for streamers and what’s noticeably missing from his vision. ...
March 5, 2025
Twitch Will Remove Your Highlights Soon
Twitch’s New 100-Hour Storage Limit Twitch has announced a significant change to their content storage policy, implementing a 100-hour storage limit for Highlights and Uploads starting April 19, 2025. This update could affect long-time content creators and specific communities that rely heavily on these features. Here’s what’s happening and how ...
February 26, 2025
The Best Platforms for Growing Your Audience
Unlocking Growth Secrets for Small Creators This week, Metricool released their 2025 Social Media Study. This extensive report analyzed over 1.3 million accounts and 21 million social posts, revealing valuable insights for creators looking to navigate the complex world of social media. Where Do Small Accounts Grow Best? So, where ...
February 12, 2025
Twitch CEO Calls Out YouTube and Kick for Copying
Twitch CEO’s Thoughts on Competition In a recent interview, Twitch CEO Dan Clancy shared his insights on the competitive landscape of the livestreaming industry, addressing Twitch’s biggest rivals: YouTube, TikTok, and Kick. Here’s a breakdown of what he had to say. Clancy’s Bold Statements on Rivals Clancy didn’t hold back ...
February 5, 2025
Live Rewind Is Here… But Not on Twitch
Kick Adds Rewind to Streams – Why Can’t Twitch? Kick has officially added live rewind, giving viewers the ability to pause or rewind streams in real time. Whether you need to step away for a moment or want to rewatch an epic play, this feature makes it easy to catch ...
January 29, 2025
25 Predictions for Streaming in 2025
What’s Next for Streaming in 2025? The livestreaming and content creation space is evolving faster than ever, and 2025 is shaping up to be a year of big changes. From platform innovations to creator-driven trends, the industry is poised for some exciting (and maybe a little chaotic) shifts. In this ...
January 8, 2025
Twitch Clips Get an Upgrade
Twitch Clips: What’s New Twitch has been rolling out a series of updates to its clips system, improving how clips are created, managed, and shared. These changes aim to make clips more useful for both streamers and their communities. Let’s break down all the new features and experiments Twitch has ...
December 18, 2024
OBS Studio 31 Brings Big Wins for Streamers
OBS Studio 31: NVIDIA Gets the Spotlight, Plus Updates Everyone Will Appreciate OBS Studio 31 has officially launched, introducing some exciting features for streamers. If you’re using NVIDIA hardware, this update includes several improvements tailored to your setup. But even if you’re not, there are plenty of quality-of-life enhancements that ...
December 11, 2024
Is Twitch Facing an Adpocalypse?
Twitch’s Adpocalypse: What’s Really Happening? Over the past few weeks, many streamers have reported significant drops in ad revenue, with some claiming their earnings have dropped by as much as 80-95%. This sudden dip has sparked concerns that Twitch may be heading toward its version of the YouTube Adpocalypse—a term ...
November 20, 2024
How Twitch Is Shaping the 2024 Election
Why Politicians Are Flocking to Twitch and YouTube As the 2024 U.S. election approaches, political figures are increasingly turning to platforms like Twitch and YouTube to connect with younger audiences. Once the domain of gamers and content creators, these platforms are now becoming key tools for political outreach. But why ...
October 30, 2024
Twitch Wants You to Run More Ads
Twitch’s New Ad Push: Will It Help or Hurt Your Stream? Twitch is ramping up its efforts to encourage creators to run more ads, and it’s about to get a lot more direct. Soon, creators will start seeing notifications on their Creator Home page with stats comparing their ad revenue ...
October 23, 2024
YouTube Tests New Creator Collaboration Feature
New on YouTube: Creator Collaborations Are Here Something interesting popped up on YouTube this past week: a new kind of collaborative video. It points to a new feature that could change how creators work together, and crucially, offer a boost for discoverability – one of the biggest challenges in this ...
August 6, 2025
A New Free Tool for Creators: Preview Your Vertical Content
Check Your Vertical Content (My New Free Tool) Over the past few months, we’ve covered the explosive growth of vertical content everywhere. YouTube Shorts hitting 200 billion daily views. Twitch rolling out dual-format streaming. Every platform pushing creators toward that 9:16 aspect ratio like their lives depend on it. Here’s ...
July 23, 2025
YouTube Launches Live Leaderboard for Top Fans
New on YouTube Live: The Top Fans Leaderboard YouTube is rolling out a new feature called the Live Leaderboard for Top Fans, designed to boost livestream engagement. This system ranks the top 50 most active viewers during a livestream. The top 3 viewers earn a special badge next to their ...
July 9, 2025
MrBeast Removes AI Thumbnail Tool After Backlash
MrBeast and the AI Thumbnail Backlash This week, the biggest news in the creator world came from none other than Jimmy Donaldson, better known as MrBeast. His analytics platform, Viewstats, launched an AI thumbnail generator. The tool’s pitch was clear: it promised to “generate viral thumbnails,” complete with features like ...
July 2, 2025
YouTube Launches Communities: What Creators Need to Know
YouTube Communities: Will Your Audience Move In? YouTube has officially rolled out Communities, a significant new feature designed to give creators and their subscribers a dedicated space for conversation and connection directly on their channels. Think of it as YouTube’s answer to a social feed, aiming to foster deeper engagement ...
June 25, 2025
5 New Creative Tools For YouTube Shorts
New YouTube Shorts Editor Revealed YouTube is adjusting how it measures success on Shorts, specifically changing the definition of a “view.” Previously, a view was counted only after a Short was played for a few seconds. Now, based on creator feedback, YouTube is shifting to count a view based on ...
April 9, 2025
YouTube Overhauls Mid-Roll Ads
YouTube Gives Creators More Ad Control YouTube is rolling out major changes to how mid-roll ads work on the platform, providing creators with unprecedented transparency about ad placement while simultaneously causing confusion and concern throughout the creator community. What’s Actually Changing? The core change is simple but significant: YouTube is ...
March 26, 2025
Sidemen Sell Out Wembley Stadium
From Bedroom Gaming to Wembley Stadium The Sidemen, YouTube’s powerhouse content collective, made internet history this weekend by selling out Wembley Stadium for their annual charity football match, raising a record-breaking £4.7 million for charitable causes. All 90,000 tickets were snapped up in just three hours, demonstrating the immense drawing ...
March 12, 2025
YouTube Turns 20: Big Changes Coming in 2025
The Future of YouTube: 4 Key Changes Coming YouTube is embracing its 20-year milestone with plans that signify it’s not slowing down. Over the past two decades, the platform has not only become a cultural phenomenon but has also generated countless jobs for individual creators, transforming the landscape of content ...
February 19, 2025
The Best Platforms for Growing Your Audience
Unlocking Growth Secrets for Small Creators This week, Metricool released their 2025 Social Media Study. This extensive report analyzed over 1.3 million accounts and 21 million social posts, revealing valuable insights for creators looking to navigate the complex world of social media. Where Do Small Accounts Grow Best? So, where ...
February 12, 2025
Twitch CEO Calls Out YouTube and Kick for Copying
Twitch CEO’s Thoughts on Competition In a recent interview, Twitch CEO Dan Clancy shared his insights on the competitive landscape of the livestreaming industry, addressing Twitch’s biggest rivals: YouTube, TikTok, and Kick. Here’s a breakdown of what he had to say. Clancy’s Bold Statements on Rivals Clancy didn’t hold back ...
February 5, 2025
25 Predictions for Streaming in 2025
What’s Next for Streaming in 2025? The livestreaming and content creation space is evolving faster than ever, and 2025 is shaping up to be a year of big changes. From platform innovations to creator-driven trends, the industry is poised for some exciting (and maybe a little chaotic) shifts. In this ...
January 8, 2025
YouTube Shorts Just Got Longer
YouTube Shorts Gets a Big Update YouTube is rolling out some updates to Shorts, and starting October 15, 2024, creators will be able to upload Shorts up to three minutes long. This is a response to requests from creators who wanted more flexibility to tell their stories. What’s New for ...
October 9, 2024
The Secrets Behind Ludwig’s Success
Ludwig’s Streaming Mantra: One Viewer or 10,000, Give It Your All Redbull recently conducted an insightful interview and profile of Ludwig Ahgren. When Ludwig was 16, he boldly told Jay Leno, “Hey Jay, I’m gonna be a late-night talk show host.” Today, with 5.8 million subscribers, Ludwig has become one ...
July 31, 2024
One Year of YouTube Shorts Monetization
Has Shorts Monetization Paid Off for YouTube? As we mark a year since YouTube introduced monetization for Shorts, it’s time to sift through the data and understand what it really means for content creators. YouTube’s blog has unveiled some figures, but let’s dive deeper and see beyond the surface. By ...
April 3, 2024
How YouTube’s Algorithm Really Works
Understanding YouTube’s Algorithm In a recent YouTube video, the head of YouTube‘s Growth and Discovery team, Todd Beaupré, shared some secrets about how the platform’s algorithm works. Here are the key takeaways all creators should know, sprinkled with direct insights from the algorithm guru himself. Can a bad video hurt ...
March 6, 2024
YouTube’s Roadmap for 2024
YouTube’s 2024 Game Plan: A Look with CEO Neal Mohan YouTube CEO Neal Mohan has revealed the platform’s vision for 2024, which promises to blend cutting-edge tech with a deepened creator-audience relationship. Here’s a snapshot of the core pillars set to define YouTube’s approach. My Take: Neal’s Vision Neal’s letter ...
February 14, 2024
2024 Creator’s Guide to Streaming Success
Level Up Your Live Streaming: The 2024 Creator’s Guide 1. Smart Platform Selection Selecting the right platform is more important than ever. Understand your audience’s habits to pinpoint where to establish your presence. Younger viewers might flock to TikTok, while a more mature crowd could be more prevalent on Facebook. ...
January 3, 2024
Platforms vs. Ad Blockers ⚔️
YouTube Ramps Up Fight Against Ad Blockers YouTube has recently intensified its global efforts to combat ad blockers, prompting a wave of responses from users and industry insiders. This move follows a smaller-scale experiment conducted in June, which has now morphed into a more comprehensive enforcement strategy. The platform’s latest ...
November 8, 2023
Twitch Finally Allows Multi-Streaming To Other Platforms
Twitch’s New Multi-Platform Streaming Update Twitch recently announced at TwitchCon a significant update that allows creators to simultaneously stream on multiple platforms. Effective immediately, this feature enables streamers to diversify their audience without breaching any exclusivity agreements. Originally, Twitch had prohibited multi-streaming to platforms similar to itself. However, with other ...
October 25, 2023
YouTube’s AI Future, Twitch’s Chat Tool, & xQc’s Copyright Clash
YouTube Unveils AI-Powered Tools for Creators At its annual Made on YouTube event, YouTube announced several exciting updates for content creators. These updates leverage the power of AI to make content creation easier, more innovative, and personalized. Here’s a quick rundown of the new features and how they are set to transform the way ...
September 27, 2023
A New Era for Live Streaming: Introducing AV1
YouTube’s Game-Changing Update: AV1 and HEVC Livestreams Now Available! YouTube has announced that livestreams using the AV1 and HEVC encoders are now available to everyone. These encoders offer substantial improvements over the widely used H.264 codec. This will allow streamers to: All major GPU brands now have cards in their line-up capable of ...
August 16, 2023
Boost Your Revenue: YouTube Makes Monetization Easier Than Ever!
Earning on YouTube: New Requirements for the YouTube Partner Program YouTube is making it easier for creators to monetize their content through the YouTube Partner Program (YPP). The company has lowered the requirements for access to monetization tools. Here are the key points: To qualify for the YPP, creators now need to have ...
June 14, 2023
7 FREE Tools For YouTube Creators
My Favorite Free YouTube Tools Last week I released a new video covering 7 free tools that I use daily as a full-time YouTuber. These tools help me to script, film, edit, publish, and promote my videos on YouTube. I think many creators could benefit from using them too! If you want to ...
June 13, 2022
Are Raids Hurting Your Twitch Stream?
Twitch Raids: Are They Hurting Community Engagement? Raiding is one of those classic Twitch moves. You finish your stream, gather up your community, and send them off to another creator. It feels good, right? You’re helping someone out, boosting their numbers, and maybe even cross-pollinating audiences. But what if that ...
August 13, 2025
YouTube Tests New Creator Collaboration Feature
New on YouTube: Creator Collaborations Are Here Something interesting popped up on YouTube this past week: a new kind of collaborative video. It points to a new feature that could change how creators work together, and crucially, offer a boost for discoverability – one of the biggest challenges in this ...
August 6, 2025
A New Free Tool for Creators: Preview Your Vertical Content
Check Your Vertical Content (My New Free Tool) Over the past few months, we’ve covered the explosive growth of vertical content everywhere. YouTube Shorts hitting 200 billion daily views. Twitch rolling out dual-format streaming. Every platform pushing creators toward that 9:16 aspect ratio like their lives depend on it. Here’s ...
July 23, 2025
The Future of Streaming According to Twitch’s CEO
4 Key Takeaways from Twitch CEO’s Latest Interview Twitch CEO Dan Clancy recently appeared on The Colin and Samir Show for one of his most revealing interviews yet, covering everything from why the platform abandoned exclusive contracts to his thoughts on creator growth and community building. While much of the ...
July 16, 2025
YouTube Launches Live Leaderboard for Top Fans
New on YouTube Live: The Top Fans Leaderboard YouTube is rolling out a new feature called the Live Leaderboard for Top Fans, designed to boost livestream engagement. This system ranks the top 50 most active viewers during a livestream. The top 3 viewers earn a special badge next to their ...
July 9, 2025
MrBeast Removes AI Thumbnail Tool After Backlash
MrBeast and the AI Thumbnail Backlash This week, the biggest news in the creator world came from none other than Jimmy Donaldson, better known as MrBeast. His analytics platform, Viewstats, launched an AI thumbnail generator. The tool’s pitch was clear: it promised to “generate viral thumbnails,” complete with features like ...
July 2, 2025
YouTube Launches Communities: What Creators Need to Know
YouTube Communities: Will Your Audience Move In? YouTube has officially rolled out Communities, a significant new feature designed to give creators and their subscribers a dedicated space for conversation and connection directly on their channels. Think of it as YouTube’s answer to a social feed, aiming to foster deeper engagement ...
June 25, 2025
Twitch’s Future: Vertical Video, 2K Streams & Monetization Overhaul
Big News from TwitchCon: Rewind, 2K & Easier Affiliate! TwitchCon Rotterdam just wrapped, marking ten years of the event, and Twitch came armed with a veritable avalanche of announcements. From long-awaited features finally making an appearance (hello, Rewind!) to new monetization tools and a continued push on mobile, there’s a ...
June 4, 2025
New on Twitch: Shared Hype, Spendable Balance & More
Twitch This Week: Hype Gets Shared, Earnings Get Spent, and Art Gets… Scrutinized? It’s another busy week in the Twitchverse, with the platform rolling out several new features. We’re seeing fresh ways to engage communities and manage earnings, but as always, not every update lands without a few raised eyebrows. ...
May 28, 2025
Twitch Suddenly Blocked for Streamers in Spain
Twitch Goes Dark for Creators in Spain Streamers in Spain faced a major hurdle this past weekend: Twitch became inaccessible. This wasn’t a platform outage on Twitch’s end, but the direct result of Spanish ISPs enforcing a court order obtained by LaLiga, the country’s top football league, in its ongoing ...
May 7, 2025
How Twitch Streamers Monetize their Content
Balancing Passion and Profit: Monetization Strategies for Streamers Twitch has rapidly become a unique platform where streamers can not only share their passions but also turn them into a viable source of income. But how do streamers balance their passion for content creation with the need to monetize? Let’s explore ...
March 19, 2025
Sidemen Sell Out Wembley Stadium
From Bedroom Gaming to Wembley Stadium The Sidemen, YouTube’s powerhouse content collective, made internet history this weekend by selling out Wembley Stadium for their annual charity football match, raising a record-breaking £4.7 million for charitable causes. All 90,000 tickets were snapped up in just three hours, demonstrating the immense drawing ...
March 12, 2025
25 Predictions for Streaming in 2025
What’s Next for Streaming in 2025? The livestreaming and content creation space is evolving faster than ever, and 2025 is shaping up to be a year of big changes. From platform innovations to creator-driven trends, the industry is poised for some exciting (and maybe a little chaotic) shifts. In this ...
January 8, 2025
What Creators Can Learn from the 2024 Election
The Role of Long-Form Content in the Election In the lead-up to the 2024 U.S. election, political candidates increasingly turned to Twitch, YouTube, and video podcasts to connect with voters. These platforms, traditionally dominated by gamers and content creators, became key tools for political outreach. Now that the election is ...
November 13, 2024
How Twitch Is Shaping the 2024 Election
Why Politicians Are Flocking to Twitch and YouTube As the 2024 U.S. election approaches, political figures are increasingly turning to platforms like Twitch and YouTube to connect with younger audiences. Once the domain of gamers and content creators, these platforms are now becoming key tools for political outreach. But why ...
October 30, 2024
Ironmouse Breaks Twitch Subscriber Record, Surpasses Kai Cenat
Meet Twitch’s Most-Subscribed Streamer: Ironmouse Ironmouse, a Puerto Rican-American VTuber, has officially made Twitch history by becoming the platform’s most-subscribed streamer. On September 30, 2024, she surpassed Kai Cenat’s record of 306,000 subscribers, reaching an incredible 320,000 subs—and counting. This milestone was achieved during her month-long subathon, a special event ...
October 2, 2024
Why Are Streamers Coming Back to Twitch?
Why Are Streamers Returning to Twitch? When YouTube began signing big names like Ludwig, TimTheTatman, and DrLupo to exclusive livestreaming contracts, it seemed like a major power move against Twitch. YouTube was already a powerhouse in video content, and the platform seemed poised to challenge Twitch’s dominance in the livestreaming ...
September 4, 2024
The Secrets Behind Ludwig’s Success
Ludwig’s Streaming Mantra: One Viewer or 10,000, Give It Your All Redbull recently conducted an insightful interview and profile of Ludwig Ahgren. When Ludwig was 16, he boldly told Jay Leno, “Hey Jay, I’m gonna be a late-night talk show host.” Today, with 5.8 million subscribers, Ludwig has become one ...
July 31, 2024
Dr Disrespect’s Twitch Ban Finally Explained
Dr Disrespect Finally Breaks Silence on Twitch Ban In 2020, Dr Disrespect, a.k.a. Guy Beahm, was abruptly banned from Twitch, where he had amassed over four million followers. Neither Twitch nor Beahm initially revealed the reason for the ban, leading to widespread speculation. The streamer later moved to YouTube, where ...
June 26, 2024
Twitch Takes Over: Streamers Capture Campus Protests
Twitch Streamers Lead the Charge in Campus Protest Coverage As the media consumption landscape continues to evolve, Twitch streamers have emerged as pivotal figures in covering live events like the UCLA protests. Their ability to deliver unfiltered and immediate content has not only captured the attention of vast audiences but ...
May 8, 2024
Twitch Allows Banned Streamers Content
Banned Streamers: Twitch’s Policy Change Twitch has rolled out a significant policy update regarding how streamers can interact with content from banned users. This change has sparked discussions within the streaming community, as it affects how content can be shared and discussed on the platform. Previous Restrictions Lifted In the ...
April 10, 2024
Inside Pokimane’s Decision to Ditch Twitch
Pokimane Steps Away from Twitch Exclusivity Renowned streamer Pokimane has shocked the streaming community by announcing her decision to leave Twitch’s exclusivity behind. Boasting an impressive combined following of over 30 million across major platforms and holding the title of Twitch’s most-followed female streamer, her cryptic tweet set the community ...
February 7, 2024
2024 Creator’s Guide to Streaming Success
Level Up Your Live Streaming: The 2024 Creator’s Guide 1. Smart Platform Selection Selecting the right platform is more important than ever. Understand your audience’s habits to pinpoint where to establish your presence. Younger viewers might flock to TikTok, while a more mature crowd could be more prevalent on Facebook. ...
January 3, 2024
Your Year in Streaming – Twitch Recap
Twitch 2023 Recap – A Personalized Streaming Summary The end of the year is a prime time for reflection, and Twitch is providing streamers and viewers with a personalized window into their digital journey with the 2023 Twitch Recap. Whether you’re a creator, a viewer, or just a part of ...
December 13, 2023
Twitch’s Future: Vertical Video, 2K Streams & Monetization Overhaul
Big News from TwitchCon: Rewind, 2K & Easier Affiliate! TwitchCon Rotterdam just wrapped, marking ten years of the event, and Twitch came armed with a veritable avalanche of announcements. From long-awaited features finally making an appearance (hello, Rewind!) to new monetization tools and a continued push on mobile, there’s a ...
June 4, 2025
New on Twitch: Shared Hype, Spendable Balance & More
Twitch This Week: Hype Gets Shared, Earnings Get Spent, and Art Gets… Scrutinized? It’s another busy week in the Twitchverse, with the platform rolling out several new features. We’re seeing fresh ways to engage communities and manage earnings, but as always, not every update lands without a few raised eyebrows. ...
May 28, 2025
Twitch Adjusts Plus Program
Twitch Reworks Plus Program for Latin American Creators Twitch has announced significant adjustments to its Plus Program specifically for streamers in Latin America. The platform is lowering the qualification thresholds, which will allow more creators in the region to access higher net revenue shares from subscriptions. Effective June 1, 2025, ...
May 21, 2025
Twitch is Testing a New Ad Format
Twitch’s New Ad Test: A Glimmer of Hope or More of the Same? Twitch is currently the subject of discussion for testing a new ad format. The experiment involves displaying muted video advertisements in a dedicated space alongside the main stream content, allowing the creator’s broadcast to continue uninterrupted. What’s ...
May 14, 2025
Twitch Introduces ‘Combos’ & Overhauls Clips
What Streamers Need To Know About Twitch Combos This week, Twitch announced some exciting product updates focused on community interaction and content sharing. The core news centered around a brand new feature called Combos and a suite of much-needed updates to Clips. Let’s dive into what these changes mean for ...
April 30, 2025
Twitch Monetization Has a Catch
The Catch in Twitch’s “Monetization for All” Plan Back in February, Twitch generated significant buzz with the announcement that monetization tools like Subscriptions and Bits would be opened up to most streamers from day one starting in 2025. This move promised to let creators “start building earnings through direct patronage” ...
April 2, 2025
YouTube Overhauls Mid-Roll Ads
YouTube Gives Creators More Ad Control YouTube is rolling out major changes to how mid-roll ads work on the platform, providing creators with unprecedented transparency about ad placement while simultaneously causing confusion and concern throughout the creator community. What’s Actually Changing? The core change is simple but significant: YouTube is ...
March 26, 2025
How Twitch Streamers Monetize their Content
Balancing Passion and Profit: Monetization Strategies for Streamers Twitch has rapidly become a unique platform where streamers can not only share their passions but also turn them into a viable source of income. But how do streamers balance their passion for content creation with the need to monetize? Let’s explore ...
March 19, 2025
Twitch Opens Monetization to Everyone
Twitch’s 2025 Roadmap: Reading Between the Lines Dan Clancy, Twitch’s CEO, recently published his annual open letter outlining the platform’s priorities for 2025. While the letter paints a rosy picture of Twitch’s plans, let’s break down what these announcements actually mean for streamers and what’s noticeably missing from his vision. ...
March 5, 2025
25 Predictions for Streaming in 2025
What’s Next for Streaming in 2025? The livestreaming and content creation space is evolving faster than ever, and 2025 is shaping up to be a year of big changes. From platform innovations to creator-driven trends, the industry is poised for some exciting (and maybe a little chaotic) shifts. In this ...
January 8, 2025
Is Twitch Facing an Adpocalypse?
Twitch’s Adpocalypse: What’s Really Happening? Over the past few weeks, many streamers have reported significant drops in ad revenue, with some claiming their earnings have dropped by as much as 80-95%. This sudden dip has sparked concerns that Twitch may be heading toward its version of the YouTube Adpocalypse—a term ...
November 20, 2024
Twitch Wants You to Run More Ads
Twitch’s New Ad Push: Will It Help or Hurt Your Stream? Twitch is ramping up its efforts to encourage creators to run more ads, and it’s about to get a lot more direct. Soon, creators will start seeing notifications on their Creator Home page with stats comparing their ad revenue ...
October 23, 2024
Twitch’s Ads Manager Gets a Major Overhaul
Can Twitch’s New Ads Manager Boost Your Revenue? Twitch has rolled out new updates to its Ads Manager, giving streamers more control and transparency over how ads are managed on their channels. If you’re a streamer looking to maximize ad revenue while keeping your viewers happy, here’s a breakdown of ...
September 11, 2024
Why is Twitch Still Losing Money?
Amazon’s $1 Billion Twitch Gamble In 2014, Amazon made a bold move by acquiring Twitch for nearly $1 billion. Fast forward a decade, and the livestreaming platform still hasn’t turned a profit. Despite explosive popularity and millions of daily visitors, Twitch remains unprofitable, as highlighted by a recent Wall Street ...
August 7, 2024
Top Twitch Streamers Are Fed Up with Revenue Sharing
Critical Role Shifts Subscriptions Away from Twitch Critical Role, the powerhouse behind popular Dungeons & Dragons livestreams, is making bold moves to expand its influence in the nerd culture sphere. Known for captivating a massive audience of 1.3 million on Twitch, they’re now launching Beacon, their own subscription service. A ...
May 15, 2024
Did Twitch’s Subscription Glitch Cost You Money?
Twitch’s Subscription Glitch: What You Need to Know A recent technical issue at Twitch led to the unintended cancellation of some viewers’ subscriptions, affecting thousands across the platform. This glitch may have disrupted long-standing subscription streaks and could result in a temporary dip in earnings for streamers. During a detailed ...
April 24, 2024
Big Changes Ahead for Twitch Subs
Twitch Updates Subscription Pricing Starting March 28, Twitch will shake up its subscription pricing model. If you’re a streamer or viewer in Australia, Canada, the UK, or Turkey, get ready for some adjustments. Here’s what you need to know: Eyeing the U.S. Market During a recent broadcast, Twitch’s Mike Minton ...
February 28, 2024
Platforms vs. Ad Blockers ⚔️
YouTube Ramps Up Fight Against Ad Blockers YouTube has recently intensified its global efforts to combat ad blockers, prompting a wave of responses from users and industry insiders. This move follows a smaller-scale experiment conducted in June, which has now morphed into a more comprehensive enforcement strategy. The platform’s latest ...
November 8, 2023
Get Paid to Stream? Unpacking Kick’s Creator Incentive Program
Kick Unveils Requirements for Hourly Wage Program Kick has just released the requirements for its Creator Incentive Program, which was initially announced in August. This program offers a unique compensation model that includes an hourly wage for streamers, a stark contrast to other platforms like Twitch’s Partner Program. The newly announced requirements for the ...
September 20, 2023
Boost Your Revenue: YouTube Makes Monetization Easier Than Ever!
Earning on YouTube: New Requirements for the YouTube Partner Program YouTube is making it easier for creators to monetize their content through the YouTube Partner Program (YPP). The company has lowered the requirements for access to monetization tools. Here are the key points: To qualify for the YPP, creators now need to have ...
June 14, 2023
Twitch’s New Ad Rules Spell Trouble for Streamers
Twitch’s New Ad Rules: What Streamers Need to Know Twitch has recently announced new guidelines for branded content, which has caused controversy in the streaming community. Branded content is a crucial source of revenue for streamers, and the new restrictions could have major consequences for creators of all sizes. The new rules ...
June 7, 2023
Twitch CEO Calls Out YouTube and Kick for Copying
Twitch CEO’s Thoughts on Competition In a recent interview, Twitch CEO Dan Clancy shared his insights on the competitive landscape of the livestreaming industry, addressing Twitch’s biggest rivals: YouTube, TikTok, and Kick. Here’s a breakdown of what he had to say. Clancy’s Bold Statements on Rivals Clancy didn’t hold back ...
February 5, 2025
Live Rewind Is Here… But Not on Twitch
Kick Adds Rewind to Streams – Why Can’t Twitch? Kick has officially added live rewind, giving viewers the ability to pause or rewind streams in real time. Whether you need to step away for a moment or want to rewatch an epic play, this feature makes it easy to catch ...
January 29, 2025
25 Predictions for Streaming in 2025
What’s Next for Streaming in 2025? The livestreaming and content creation space is evolving faster than ever, and 2025 is shaping up to be a year of big changes. From platform innovations to creator-driven trends, the industry is poised for some exciting (and maybe a little chaotic) shifts. In this ...
January 8, 2025
Twitch Finally Allows Multi-Streaming To Other Platforms
Twitch’s New Multi-Platform Streaming Update Twitch recently announced at TwitchCon a significant update that allows creators to simultaneously stream on multiple platforms. Effective immediately, this feature enables streamers to diversify their audience without breaching any exclusivity agreements. Originally, Twitch had prohibited multi-streaming to platforms similar to itself. However, with other ...
October 25, 2023
Get Paid to Stream? Unpacking Kick’s Creator Incentive Program
Kick Unveils Requirements for Hourly Wage Program Kick has just released the requirements for its Creator Incentive Program, which was initially announced in August. This program offers a unique compensation model that includes an hourly wage for streamers, a stark contrast to other platforms like Twitch’s Partner Program. The newly announced requirements for the ...
September 20, 2023
Twitch Loses Top Streamer xQc as Kick Makes $100 Million Splash
Kick Shakes Up Streaming Industry with $100 Million Contract for xQc Kick, a new streaming service, has made headlines by signing Twitch’s top streamer, xQc, to a $100 million, two-year, non-exclusive contract. This move is unprecedented in the streaming industry, surpassing previous high-profile deals such as Ninja’s move to Microsoft’s Mixer for an ...
June 21, 2023
Twitch’s 2K Streaming Beta: Everything You Need to Know
Get Your Stream Ready: Twitch 2K Access Is Rolling Out While TwitchCon Rotterdam may be fresh in our minds from just two weeks ago, one of its biggest announcements – 2K (1440p) streaming – is already expanding its reach. More streamers are getting access to the beta, and the conversations ...
June 19, 2025
OBS Studio 31 Brings Big Wins for Streamers
OBS Studio 31: NVIDIA Gets the Spotlight, Plus Updates Everyone Will Appreciate OBS Studio 31 has officially launched, introducing some exciting features for streamers. If you’re using NVIDIA hardware, this update includes several improvements tailored to your setup. But even if you’re not, there are plenty of quality-of-life enhancements that ...
December 11, 2024
Streamlabs Launches New OBS Plugin
Streamlabs and OBS: A New Chapter Begins Streamlabs has launched an official plugin that integrates Streamlabs’ features into OBS Studio, offering streamers a unified experience with access to alerts, widgets, overlays, and more. This move is seen as a positive step, aligning with OBS’s community-driven ethos. Key Features of the ...
May 1, 2024
Twitch, NVIDIA, and OBS Team Up for Enhanced Broadcasting
Twitch Announces Multi-Encode Streaming with OBS and NVIDIA In a significant collaboration, Twitch, NVIDIA, and OBS have joined forces to introduce Enhanced Broadcasting, a feature set to transform the streaming experience for all content creators. What Enhanced Broadcasting Brings to the Table Enhanced Broadcasting is an initiative that allows streamers ...
January 10, 2024
OBS Studio 30 Launched: A Look at What’s New
OBS Studio 30: The Latest Features Unpacked The latest version of OBS Studio, version 30, has been released, introducing exciting features and enhancements to the widely used free and open-source streaming application. New features include: To manually update to OBS 30.0, launch OBS and navigate to the “Check Updates” option ...
November 15, 2023
A New Era for Live Streaming: Introducing AV1
YouTube’s Game-Changing Update: AV1 and HEVC Livestreams Now Available! YouTube has announced that livestreams using the AV1 and HEVC encoders are now available to everyone. These encoders offer substantial improvements over the widely used H.264 codec. This will allow streamers to: All major GPU brands now have cards in their line-up capable of ...
August 16, 2023
10 NEW Controls for OBS and Stream Deck
HUGE UPDATE for Stream Deck and OBS! If you have been using OBS Studio to stream and a Stream Deck of some sort to manage your stream, you’ve probably been pretty disappointed with the lack of things you could control. Well, today that changes, as a brand new update for the Stream Deck has ...
July 1, 2022
Why Your Twitch Stream SUCKS (and how to FIX it)
Tips To IMPROVE Your Streams on Twitch This week I released a new video that I think every livestreamer should watch. In 2022, there is no excuse for bad-looking streams or technical issues on Twitch anymore. In this video, I go through the most common issues people have streaming and ...
September 7, 2022
