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• Age-restricted live streams are YouTube’s newest teen safety feature
• MrBeast finds out creators aren’t ready for AI thumbnails

  MrBeast rolled back a generative AI thumbnail tool after receiving criticism from creators and artists on social media.

  
• AI overviews changed Google Search. Now they’re coming to YouTube.

  YouTube is integrating AI into its search results through two new features, including a video version of Google Search's AI Overviews.

  
• 20 years of YouTube: In 2013, PewDiePie’s Brofist shook up the creator world

  PewDiePie reached the peak of his powers on YouTube in 2013. Here's how his channel's introductory video sums up his success.

  
• In influencer marketing, “the days of unchecked spending are over” — and measurement is key
• FunnyMike’s Streamer Prom reaches new heights with 4.5 million hours of live Twitch watch time
• YouTube’s exclusion from Australia’s teen social media ban is up for debate
• The new summer camp is on TikTok
• A Wall Street analyst wants Netflix to challenge YouTube in the realm of short-form content
• With ‘GTA VI’ looming, Roblox’s new Creator Rewards encourage engagement and retention
• Pinkfong, Shein look to make summertime splash with Baby Shark apparel
• Top 5 Branded Videos of the Week: LEGO, Disney, Tide, oh my