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Australian eSafety Commissioner wants to ban YouTube for under-16s

Julie Inman Grant, Australia’s eSafety Commissioner, has recently urged the federal government to reconsider its proposed exemption of YouTube from an upcoming social media ban for under-16s in December, according to a recent report by Reuters.

YouTube will use Gemini to place ads in ‘peak’ video moments

YouTube has announced on 14 May that it will begin using Google's Gemini artificial intelligence (AI) model to identify the most engaging segments of videos for advertising placements. 

YouTube cracks down on gambling content

YouTube will enforce stricter policies on online gambling content, effective March 19, as part of its efforts to safeguard viewers, particularly younger audiences, from potentially harmful material, according to an official announcement by the company. 

YouTube holds first-ever Creator Bootcamp in Bangladesh 

Participants gained valuable insights into channel strategy, content creation, audience engagement, and community building

YouTube turns 20

Over the next 20 years, the site has expanded beyond what was imagined possible back in 2005.

YouTube is working on a ‘Play something’ button: report

YouTube is experimenting with a new 'Play something' feature, a floating action button that lets users start a random video playback instantly, as per a recent report by tech news platform 9to5Google.

YouTube is doubling down on clickbaits starting with India

YouTube has recently announced plans to intensify its efforts against egregious clickbait, starting with a phased rollout in India over the coming months.

Next Step / 5 helpful YouTube channels to learn video editing

Learning the ropes of video editing can be exciting (and sometimes messy) whether you want to create viral content, stunning reels, or just want to have fun with your personal videos. Here are some of the best channels out there to help you learn video editing.

How to cut screen time and regain control of your day

With how addictive social media is, the thought of putting your device down seems like a nightmare. Why get any work done when you can scroll and watch eye-catching reels instead?

May 18, 2024
May 18, 2024

Asif Akbar makes an appearance on BBC’s ‘Nadia Ali Show’

Bangladeshi musician Asif Akbar recently attended an event hosted by the international media giant BBC in the UK. He engaged in a lively conversation on “The Nadia Ali Show” at the BBC's London headquarters.

April 1, 2024
April 1, 2024

Ignoring govt instructions: Facebook, YouTube may be blocked briefly

The government may temporarily block social media platforms, including Facebook and YouTube in Bangladesh if the companies fail to cooperate in efforts to fight cybercrime and the spread of false information.

March 31, 2024
March 31, 2024

Non-compliance: Govt may temporarily block Facebook, YouTube

The government may temporarily suspend services of social media giants including Facebook and YouTube if they don’t comply with government instructions to prevent the spread of “disinformation

February 18, 2024
February 18, 2024

How to use the new 'remix' feature in YouTube Shorts

YouTube Shorts, the popular video-sharing platform's short-form video feature, has recently introduced a 'remix' option, with which users can creatively enhance their videos. Here is a quick breakdown of how you can use the new 'remix' feature in YouTube Shorts. 

January 17, 2024
January 17, 2024

YouTube making money off new breed of climate denial, monitoring group says

YouTube has been accused of making millions from ads of climate change denial channels, according to a report

December 14, 2023
December 14, 2023

RJ Kebria becomes first Bangladeshi to be featured on YouTube’s blog

Md Golam Kebria Sarkar, popularly known as RJ Kebria, is a well-known personality for those who frequently engage with YouTube and Facebook content in Bangladesh. With a vibrant career in radio, he gained popularity for his witty commentary that resonated with the audience. Recently, he became the first Bangladeshi YouTuber to be featured on YouTube’s official blog.

December 6, 2023
December 6, 2023

GTA 6 trailer gains millions but falls short of beating BTS’ ‘Dynamite’ views, fans call for collaboration

The release of the GTA 6 trailer on December 5 has sparked widespread discussion and is likely to dominate conversations throughout the week until further updates are revealed. Notably, it quickly climbed to the top of the YouTube charts, accumulating a substantial number of views within the first 24 hours, nearly rivaling the viewership of popular K-pop content. Rockstar Games took an unexpected step by unveiling the trailer for the 2024 game 14 hours earlier than originally scheduled, responding to an online leak. In just 12 hours, the video gathered an impressive 60 million views, exceeding expectations and putting it in direct competition with BTS' hits "Butter" and "Dynamite", both of which had accumulated over 100 million views.

November 1, 2023
November 1, 2023

YouTube begins global crackdown on adblockers

YouTube, the popular video-sharing platform, has begun enforcing a stricter policy against users with adblockers, in which video playback is being blocked unless the adblocker is disabled. While the policy was first addressed by YouTube in June this year, the platform has recently "launched a global effort" to discourage the use of adblockers and have users subscribe to YouTube Premium.

August 25, 2023
August 25, 2023

YouTube tests music recognition feature like Shazam

YouTube is experimenting with a new feature that allows a subset of Android users to identify songs by humming, singing, or recording snippets of music. The feature, currently in its testing phase, aims to make the video-sharing platform an even more popular destination for music enthusiasts.

August 3, 2023
August 3, 2023

YouTube Premium launched in Bangladesh at BDT 239 per month

YouTube Premium and YouTube Music are now officially available in Bangladesh, at a cost of BDT 239 per month for the premium subscription.