YouTube Studio Stories

YouTube to age-restrict violent gaming videos under new policy
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Oct 29, 2025

Kenyan gaming creators, many of whom post unedited gameplay, reviews, and live streams, will now need to make creative adjustments to remain compliant...

YouTube unveils sleek new video player for Android and iOS
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Oct 24, 2025

The update is now available for download via the Google Play Store and Apple App Store, marking the start of YouTube’s next chapter in digital design.

YouTube rolls out ‘hype’ feature in 39 countries to boost smaller creators, skips Africa
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Aug 27, 2025

The tool, which will be embedded on the side panel that houses the subscription, home, gaming and music menu, will now give viewers the option to “hyp...

YouTube Music marks 10th anniversary with new features, fan badges
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Aug 23, 2025

At the heart of the update is the Taste Match playlist, a smart, collaborative feature that blends the musical preferences of two or more users into a...

YouTube expands ‘test and compare’ tool with new title testing feature
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Jul 19, 2025

Originally introduced in 2023 in limited testing, the 'test and compare' tool has been in high demand among creators, many of whom have relied on gues...

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