New ‘Pay-to-Win’ Boosting Feature on Twitch
Streamers are NOT happy this week after leaked screenshots showed plans from Twitch to introduce a new paid boosting feature. Join Pete and Ben for this weeks podcast as they also discuss new features being rolled out by Discord and YouTube.
YouTube Shorts Fund, Twitch Local Subs, Discord Rebrand
YouTube has announced a $100M fund that will be awarded to creators using the new Shorts feature, hoping to entice users away from competitor platforms like TikTok. Join Pete and Ben as the also discuss changes to some Twitch Partners' 70/30 sub splits, Discord's rebranding, and much more!
Discord for PS5, Twitch DMCA Controls, Twitter’s Tip Jar
Sony has invested in Discord as they look to integrate the popular chat service into consoles. Join Pete and Ben LIVE as they also discuss the increase in Twitch Live DMCA strikes, Twitter's new Tip Jar feature, and much more!
Discord’s Newest Feature is a Perfect Copy of Clubhouse
Dr. Disrespect has released his book 'Violent. Speed. Momentum' with praising reviews before it's even been received. Join Pete and Ben as they also discuss the Discord transparency report, Jimmy Fallon's Twitch debut, Ludwig's continuing live stream and more.
Twitch DMCA Roadmap, are Microsoft Buying Discord?
Twitch showcased some new tools for creators to manage potential DMCA claims as well as their own content to protect themselves, but still falls short. Join Pete and Ben as they also discuss changes to YouTube's copyright process, the benefits of co-streaming live events, Microsoft possibly buying Discord and more.
How To Make 2021 Your BEST Year Streaming
Setting goals for your streams and content in 2021 can be a useful exercise to help you stay on track and grow an audience. Join Pete and Ben as they also discuss some of the highlights of the year from Steam concurrent player records, chasing popular games, how to set achievable goals and more.