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YouTube has launched a new timer feature for Shorts to help users manage screen time, though critics say its voluntary design may limit its effectiveness.

YouTube announces new AI likeness detection tool: What it is and how it protects creators from deepfakes

YouTube is rolling out an AI likeness detection tool to help creators spot and remove deepfake videos using their face without permission. Here’s how the new feature works and who gets access first.

YouTube deepens creator-led commerce push in India with Nykaa, Purplle

YouTube is partnering with Nykaa to launch a programme designed to discover, enable, and accelerate the next generation of India’s beauty and lifestyle creators.

Right-wing YouTuber taunts CJI after shoe-hurling incident: ‘Lousy, undeserving judge'

The YouTuber's video, which also included remarks about the judge’s Dalit-Ambedkarite background, has since gone viral, drawing sharp criticism for its tone and content.

Micro K-dramas and C-dramas appearing while scrolling? Here are the reasons why it is taking over Instagram, YouTube in India

Short Korean and Chinese micro dramas are flooding Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts in India, driven by quick storytelling, addictive cliffhangers, and global fandoms hungry for fast, binge-worthy entertainment content.

YouTube Premium costs Rs 149 per month; but you can use the paid feature free with this web browser

The regular plan costs Rs 149 and if you do not want to pay that every month, then there’s web browser that literally offers the two most important features — ad-free viewing and background playback — for free.

YouTube Premium Lite launches in India at Rs 89 a month

YouTube Premium Lite is part of the Google-owned video platform's efforts to expand its offerings as subscriptions emerge as a major growth driver

Thousands of YouTube accounts wrongly flagged as under 18, users lose access to age-restricted videos

For adults who have been using YouTube for years, it feels like they have been locked out of the full experience without warning.

Diamonds, drones and DJs: How Pakistan’s new tax cell is using social media to catch evaders

Past attempts to widen Pakistan’s tax net have largely fizzled. But officials argue that the new focus on social media gives them stronger leads and a faster way to flag undeclared wealth.

BTS’ Suga’s ‘Haegeum’ music video crosses 100 million views on YouTube

BTS’ Suga achieved a new milestone as his solo track Haegeum from the album D-Day surpassed 100 million YouTube views, marking his third music video to reach the feat, BigHit confirmed.

YouTube unveils India-first separate ad targeting for urban and rural audiences

Google-owned YouTube is also introducing new immersive masthead ads on connected TVs amid rising viewership and ahead of the festive season.

YouTube offering up to Rs 6000 discount to select subscribers: Find out why

YouTube TV is quietly offering select subscribers up to Rs 6,000 off their plan over two months. Here’s how to check if you’re eligible and claim the discount online.

Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and 23 social media apps banned in this country: 5 things to know

Nepal has banned 26 social media platforms, including Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and X, after they missed a registration deadline. Critics call it an attack on free speech. Here are 5 key highlights of the ban explained simply.

YouTube says no more sharing Premium Family Plan outside your home: All the details

YouTube is ending Premium Family Plan sharing for users not living in the same household, following Netflix’s lead. Here’s what the rule means for you.

YouTube launches ‘Hype’ feature globally to support smaller creators

Viewers can hype up to three videos per week for a creator of their choice. Each hype earns points that contribute to a ranked leaderboard, accessible in the Explore menu.

Samay Raina's cheeky response to reporter outside Supreme Court post hearing. Watch

The Supreme Court on Monday came down heavily on Raina for allegedly making insensitive remarks about people with disability and directed him to issue an unconditional apology on their YouTube channels and other platforms.

Mumbai CEO wants to hire 'doom-scrollers' who use Instagram, YouTube for over 6 hours a day

Monk-E’s latest hiring call turns compulsive scrolling into a full-time gig, sparking cultural commentary and career envy across LinkedIn

Seeing boring videos on YouTube? Here's how to reset your recommendatios

YouTube’s recommendation system works by analysing the videos you watch, the creators you follow, and the patterns in your watch history.

YouTube to use AI-powered age estimation to detect viewers under 18: 4 key things to know

YouTube is launching an AI-powered system in the US to identify underage users even if they lie about their age. This system will start from August 13, and will apply age-appropriate protections and limit access to restricted content.

US YouTuber gets stomach infection in India despite eating at only 5-star hotels: 'It is NOT racist'

Digital creator Tyler Oliveira insisted his travel was not low-budget. 'The 5-star hotels were about $100 (about Rs 8,600) a night. It was budget travel relative to American standards,' he said.

Meta deletes 10 million Facebook accounts

Meta just wiped out over 10 million fake accounts — and that’s only in the first half of 2025. Most were impersonating big creators, gaming the algorithm, and flooding feeds with AI-generated junk.

YouTube to shut down its Trending page a decade after its debut

YouTube has announced that it will soon remove its Trending page, shifting focus to personalised picks from YouTube Charts. The Trending page and Trending Now list will be removed across all platforms in the coming two weeks before July 21.

Google to bring ads to AI Overviews in India later this year; unveils AI-powered marketing tools

Google is also bringing shoppable connected TV ads on YouTube to India, along with shoppable mobile mastheads.

Bryan Johnson schools MrBeast after YouTuber said he works 15 hours a day with little sleep

This, however, is not the first time that the anti-ageing millionaire has stepped in to offer health advice to others on social media. In May, he sharply criticised a viral social media post by an Indian web developer that appeared to glorify working through the night.

How YouTube created 5,00,000 jobs and added $55 billion to the economy

That’s a huge jump from 2022, when YouTube contributed $35 billion and supported about 390,000 jobs. In just two years, it added 100,000 jobs and $20 billion more to the economy.