YouTube News and Updates
YouTube evolves quickly — new features, algorithm updates, and policy changes can shift your strategy overnight.
Staying current is the key to keeping your content competitive. vidIQ monitors every major update and breaks down what it means for creators. Here you’ll find timely news and clear explanations so you can adapt your channel with confidence.
Oct 16, 2024
6 min read
Get Discovered By Comments: YouTube Mobile Update
YouTube has rolled out another exciting update aimed at helping creators get discovered more easily through comments! Learn how that works right here.
Sep 27, 2024
8 min read
Is YouTube Hype a Game Changer for Small Channels?
YouTube Hype is an exciting new feature for small and mid-sized creators, helping with discoverability, engagement, and even revenue.
Mar 14, 2024
5 min read
YouTube Vertical Live: Is It For You?
Learn how YouTube's latest vertical livestreaming feature works and if it is worth it for you to pursue.
Oct 26, 2023
4 min read
Can Ad Blockers Tank Your YouTube Views and Watch Time?
YouTube revenue isn't the only thing in jeopardy when viewers use ad blockers; they also affect channel views and watch time. Here's why!
Sep 24, 2023
4 min read
Coming Soon: YouTube Announces New AI Tools for Video Creation
YouTube is launching a handful of AI tools to help you make videos faster and easier. Click here to see what they are!
Sep 8, 2023
4 min read
YouTube Unveils 'Related Links' to Connect Shorts and Long-Form Videos
Clickable links are returning to YouTube Shorts, but this time, they’ll send viewers to long-form videos on your channel. Keep reading to learn more!
Mar 15, 2021
4 min read
Non-U.S. YouTube Creators: How to Avoid the 24% U.S. Tax (W-8BEN Guide)
Non-U.S. YouTube creators must submit a W-8BEN to Google AdSense to avoid 24% U.S. tax withholding. See exact steps, treaty rates by country, and deadlines.
Jan 14, 2021
3 min read
YouTube Rolls Out Grant Program for Black Creators
Following a year of anti-racism protests, YouTube is making good on its promise to both fund and celebrate Black creators.
Nov 26, 2020
2 min read
YouTube's Terms of Service Update: What it Means for Creators
YouTube's new Terms of Service allows it to place ads on videos published by unmonetized channels - without offering any revenue share. Find out what this me...
Jul 23, 2020
3 min read
YouTube Bans Comments on Videos Featuring Kids: What That Means for Family Ch...
YouTube have just announced that they're going to ban comments on most videos featuring children. What does that mean for family vloggers?
Apr 5, 2020
5 min read
VidCon 2019: 10 Creator Track Sessions You Need to Attend
VidConUS kicks off on the 10th of July 2019! We bring you 10 of the best panels and workshops for the Creator Track that you shouldn't miss if you're serious...
Mar 24, 2020
4 min read
YouTube Children’s Content Creators Face New Woes from KIDS Act
After the impact of COPPA, YouTube creators who publish content for children face new limitations from the proposed KIDS Act.