YouTube Livestream Captures Moment Key Bridge Collapses in Baltimore

The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed in the early morning hours of Tuesday, according to the Maryland Transportation Authority. The cause of the collapse was a container ship striking a column, which sent the bridge into the water of the Patapsco River below. The entire thing was captured on video during a livestream. … Read more

If you watched certain YouTube videos, investigators demanded your data from Google

If you’ve ever jokingly wondered if your search or viewing history is going to “put you on some kind of list,” your concern may be more than warranted. In now unsealed court documents reviewed by Forbes, Google was ordered to hand over the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and user activity of Youtube accounts and IP … Read more

Ruby Franke’s Diaries, Bodycam Footage Released: Everything to Know About the ‘8 Passengers’ Influencer

Ruby Franke, the Utah mother of six who branded herself as a parenting expert and garnered millions of subscribers to her now-defunct YouTube channel, “8 Passengers,” was driven by “religious extremism” in the way she meted out punishment to two of her young children, prosecutors say in a trove of newly released records that includes Franke’s … Read more

YouTuber MrBeast teams up with Amazon’s MGM Studios for new series

Michael Tran | Afp | Getty Images Jimmy Donaldson, also known as MrBeast on the internet, on Monday announced a new reality competition show in collaboration with Amazon MGM Studios, aiming to further blur the lines between YouTube and traditional television. The new series, “Beast Games,” is billed as “the biggest reality competition series ever” … Read more

YouTube creators will now have to label certain AI-generated videos upon upload

YouTube If you upload videos to YouTube, you will now have to fess up if you used AI to create a realistic-looking video. In a Monday blog post, YouTube said that the Creator Studio tool will display labels in certain areas, requiring you to disclose if the content was made using “synthetic media” (meaning generative … Read more

Your Kid May Already Be Watching AI-Generated Videos on YouTube

Neither Yes! Neo nor Super Crazy Kids responded to WIRED’s request for comment. Few Limits Yes! Neo, Super Crazy Kids, and other similar channels share a common look—they feature 3D animation in a style similar to Cocomelon, YouTube’s most popular children’s channel in the US. (Dana Steiner, a spokesperson for Cocomelon’s parent company Moonbug, says … Read more

YouTube, Apple, Spotify: the best streaming music app does not exist

Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 29, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you’re new here, welcome, I promise I don’t always complain about music streaming, and also, you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.)  I also have for you a cheap new smartphone, a … Read more

Taliban fosters Afghan YouTube influencers to promote rosy image

KABUL — The Taliban-run government is fostering a thriving community of YouTube influencers and video bloggers in Afghanistan, seeking to shape a positive narrative about the country by rewarding those who have welcome viewpoints with access to stories that can draw millions of views online. The Taliban, which smashed televisions and burned films in the … Read more

Bad Bunny Sues Fan Over Unauthorized Concert Footage Shared To YouTube

Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, known professionally as Bad Bunny, is suing a fan after they shared unauthorized footage from a concert on YouTube. The rapper is currently on his Most Wanted Tour, where he recently performed in Salt Lake City, Las Vegas, and Phoenix. He is scheduled to hit up Los Angeles, Denver, Kansas City, … Read more

Hulu vs. YouTube TV vs. Sling TV vs. DirecTV Stream channels

Looking for an alternative to cable? Live TV streaming might just be the answer you’ve been searching for. With competitive pricing and a variety of channels, including sports networks and primetime TV shows, these streaming services are definitely worth considering. And if you’re someone who values contract-free options, you’ll find these apps particularly appealing. Not … Read more