Social Media

MrBeast Receives One-of-a-Kind YouTube Play Button for Breaking New Ground


YouTube megastar MrBeast has just reached another record-breaking milestone—and received a unique play button personally presented by the CEO of YouTube. A historic moment celebrating one of the platform’s most influential creators.

Social Media

YouTube Uses AI to Identify Underage Users—Even If They Lie About Their Age


YouTube has started using AI in the U.S. to identify users under 18, applying age-based restrictions even if users lie about their age. The move aims to strengthen online safety for minors—but it raises major concerns over privacy and accuracy.

TechPulse

IICT Joins Forces with Global Tech Leaders to Launch AVGC-XR Courses in India


The Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) has launched admissions for its first academic batch this August, offering cutting-edge courses in Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics, and Extended Reality (AVGC-XR), with support from global leaders like Google, Meta, and Adobe.

Human Interest

YouTube Raises Live Streaming Age Limit to 16 Amid Growing Safety Concerns


In a major policy update, YouTube has raised the minimum age for users to go live from 13 to 16. The platform cites safety and community protection as key reasons behind the change, aiming to better safeguard young creators from potential online risks.

Entertainment

Goa Minister Slams YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia, Calls Him a “Rot” Destroying Social Fabric


Goa Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte condemns YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia for explicit content, calls him a "rot" destroying social fabric.