Is This the End for Twitch? Emiru Assault Scandal Triggers Lawsuit Threats and Public Outrage

Twitch is facing what legal analysts are calling its biggest crisis yet, as streamer Emiru’s assault at TwitchCon triggers potential lawsuits that could shake the billion-dollar streaming giant to its core. Lawyers and creators alike are warning that Twitch may soon be embroiled in a legal battle over claims of negligent security and breach of duty after the shocking incident in San Diego. The Assault That Sparked a Firestorm During the first day of TwitchCon 2025, Emiru, a 27-year-old streamer and cosplayer known for her work with the organisation OTK (One True King), was assaulted by a man who rushed towards her during a fan meet-and-greet, grabbing her face and attempting to kiss her before security intervened. The disturbing video went viral within hours, fuelling outrage across social media and sparking renewed questions about Twitch’s ability to protect its creators. According to Twitch , the attacker was ‘immediately blocked from the venue and banned indefinitely from Twitch’. Police were notified, and additional security was deployed. Yet legal experts say the platform’s response may not be enough to shield it from costly lawsuits. Legal Trouble Looming for Twitch But California-based attorney Lindsay Gordon said Twitch could face several civil claims if
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