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YouTube backlash begins: “Why is AI combing through every single video I watch?”
Arstechnica
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2m ago
Medial
YouTube's plan to use AI for age verification has sparked backlash from tens of thousands of YouTubers, who are concerned about privacy and the potential misuse of their personal data. The AI system, which estimates user age to restrict underage viewing, requires government or credit ID to lift restrictions. Critics, including privacy experts, argue it's invasive and unreliable, risking exposure of sensitive data. A Change.org petition nearing 50,000 signatures highlights the demand for digital freedom and transparency.
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TikTok is destroying itself from the inside out
Gizmodo
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1y ago
Medial
According to an article on Gizmodo, TikTok's growth has plateaued and the app is in trouble. In an attempt to expand into new areas and fend off competitors, TikTok is implementing features that detract from its core experience. The app is heavily promoting its eCommerce platform, testing a new feature that turns every video into an ad, and considering allowing users to post longer videos in an effort to compete with YouTube. These changes have led to backlash from users who argue that TikTok has lost its charm. If TikTok isn't careful, it risks jeopardizing its success and alienating its user base.
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Apple YouTube channel hacked during ‘Its Glowtime’ Event?
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Apple's YouTube channel was reportedly hacked just before the Glowtime event, with an AI-generated video featuring Tim Cook requesting Bitcoin being streamed. During the event, Apple announced the launch of the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus, highlighting their integration of artificial intelligence and new features such as customizable buttons and camera control. They also introduced the Apple Watch Series 10 with a larger display and the ability to detect sleep apnea. The event took place on September 9, 2024, and was streamed live on Apple's website, YouTube channel, and Apple TV app.
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Google unveils Veo, a high-definition AI video generator that may rival Sora
Arstechnica
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1y ago
Medial
Google has announced Veo, a new AI video synthesis model at Google I/O 2024. Similar to OpenAI's Sora, Veo can create high-definition videos from text, image, or video prompts. It has the ability to edit videos from written instructions, maintain visual consistency across frames, and generate video sequences lasting over 60 seconds. Although not released for broad use, Veo has impressive capabilities such as generating detailed scenes, applying various visual styles, and supporting filmmaking commands. Google plans to integrate Veo's features into YouTube Shorts and other products in the future.
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Youtube Announces New Generative AI Products To Usher An Era Where Anyone Can Be A Creator
OutlookIndia
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2y ago
Medial
YouTube has announced a suite of artificial intelligence (AI) tools, including Dream Screen and YouTube Create, to help creators generate new ideas and edit content more easily. Dream Screen allows creators to add AI-generated video or image backgrounds to their Shorts by typing an idea into a prompt. YouTube Create is a mobile app that offers editing tools, effects, filters, and royalty-free music to produce videos on the platform. YouTube is also testing AI-powered dubbing, assistive search for soundtrack selection, and generative AI for video ideas. The aim is to make content creation more accessible for creators.
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Google’s Veo 3 AI video generator is a slop monger’s dream
The Verge
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5m ago
Medial
Google's Veo 3 is an AI video generator that creates highly realistic videos accompanied by convincing audio. Introduced at Google's I/O event, it can generate videos from text prompts, enhancing them with AI-invented dialogue and sound effects. While there are restrictions preventing malicious content creation, it still allows for some troubling scenarios. Veo 3's applications range from creating simple YouTube content to aiding filmmakers, showcasing its potential to proliferate AI-generated imagery efficiently.
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YouTube integrates Veo AI to boost Shorts with high-quality visuals and clips
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
YouTube is integrating its Shorts platform with Veo, an AI-powered video generation model developed by Google DeepMind. This integration will allow content creators to generate high-quality backgrounds and six-second video clips. Veo will offer additional features within YouTube Studio, including AI-generated thumbnails and AI-assisted comment responses. This marks an improvement over YouTube's previous AI tool, Dream Screen, and gives creators more creative control over their content. YouTube is also introducing features like virtual gifting during livestreams and enhancing its language dubbing capabilities.
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Gemini is ready for your Wear OS watch now.
The Verge
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3m ago
Medial
Google is expanding its AI, Gemini, to Wear OS smartwatches, replacing Google Assistant. First announced at Google I/O and debuted on the Galaxy Watch 8, Gemini is available through the Play Store for any watch running Wear OS 4 or later with Assistant. However, watches lacking Assistant won't receive the Gemini upgrade. This integration is part of Google's efforts to enhance user experience across its wearable technology ecosystem.
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Google I/O 2025: What to expect, including updates to Gemini and Android 16 | TechCrunch
TechCrunch
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5m ago
Medial
Google I/O 2025, held at the Shoreline Amphitheatre, will feature announcements on Android, Chrome, Google Search, YouTube, and Google's AI chatbot, Gemini. Updates may include a new Gemini Ultra model and possible subscription plans, Premium Plus and Premium Pro. Google may also discuss its AI projects, Astra and Project Mariner. The official schedule includes sessions on Chrome, Google Cloud, and development tools, with potential surprises like updates to models for educational applications and a video summarization tool.
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YouTube’s new AI experiment adds AI hosts to your music
The Verge
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1m ago
Medial
YouTube has introduced AI hosts to the YouTube Music app, enhancing user experience by sharing music-related stories, trivia, and commentary. This feature is part of YouTube Labs, a program allowing select U.S.-based users to test AI-focused experiments. The initiative exemplifies YouTube's efforts to integrate AI across its platforms. Additionally, YouTube announced broader availability for its AI-driven Premium features, including a jump-ahead tool that identifies key parts of video content.
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Business Model of YouTube Content Creators
StartupTalky
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1y ago
Medial
The YouTube creator economy has given rise to a diverse range of content creators who make money through various revenue streams. YouTube partners with creators to share ad revenue. Creators also earn income through brand partnerships, sponsorships, channel memberships, merchandise sales, affiliate marketing, and fan funding platforms. Building a successful YouTube business involves engaging with the audience, developing a content strategy, analyzing data, and staying updated on platform changes. Ethical considerations, such as proper disclosure of sponsored content, are important. Collaboration between creators and the rise of niche communities are trends to watch.
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