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Hasan hits back at Leafy over Pokimane drama and YouTube vs. Twitch war
Twitch Streamer HasanAbi has hit back at YouTuber Leafy after he posted a video heavily criticizing Pokimane's content, and implied that YouTubers have it harder than Twitch streamers.Hasan “HasanAbi” Piker is a popular face in streaming culture, known for his political commentary for group “The Young Turks,” activism, and Twitch…Read More
This Week In Music: Facebook Is In The Video Game, Taylor Swifties Seek Revenge
FACEBOOK IS IN: Facebook has jumped into the music video game. The social media giant has announced it will now license content from Sony Music, Universal Music Group, and Warner Music Group for Facebook Watch and via individual artists’ pages. They can be shared, reacted to, or commented on like…Read More
More Than 1000 Companies Boycotted Facebook. Did It Work?
Major advertisers on Facebook reduced their spending by millions of dollars in July, but not enough to significantly damage the platform’s revenue. July Boycotters Reduced Spenders Other Top Advertisers 10 5 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUNE JULY July Boycotters Reduced Spenders 5 MAR MAY JULY JAN Aug. 1, 2020Updated…Read More
Madison District Schools Week Ahead 8/3/20
2 meetings Monday, Instruction work group looking at Title IX and Restraints and Sedlusio Policy plus virtual learning. Schools board in open session on Security Ad Hoc Committee and closed session on property purchase. Monday, August 3 5:00 p.m. Instruction Work Group Meeting Virtual Meeting via Zoom – (Meeting will…Read More
How to GIF YouTube videos in 10 simple steps
So you're watching a fun video on YouTube. Neat, good for you. You've seen a moment you really like, and you want to convert that fun little moment from YouTube into a GIF. I get it, pal, GIFs can be fun. Don't be embarrassed if you don't know where to…Read More
Facebook Has Moved To Ban Sales Of Looted Antiquities. Will It Make A Difference?
A screenshot from a video from a Facebook group devoted to looting and selling antiquities. A narrator speaking Syrian-accented Arabic describes an elaborate, Roman-era mosaic depicting mythological figures and animals believed to be in northwestern Syria – a conflict zone where there has been extensive looting of illegally excavated antiquities.…Read More
Members Of The TikTok 'Sway House' Will Compete On A YouTube Cooking Series
Instagram/brittany_broski?imgriffinjohnson TikTok influencers are taking a break from their usual content and making their way to YouTube for a cooking competition that will premiere next week. Dish This will be a six episode series on AwesomenessTV's YouTube channel, and it'll feature all of your favorite TikTok influencers going head to…Read More
Democrats warned of targeting by hackers posing as Facebook
New York (CNN)Democratic campaigns were warned Thursday that hackers posing as Facebook could be targeting them in an effort to gain access to their Facebook account credentials, according to a copy of a security alert obtained by CNN.The Democratic National Committee's security team detailed in the alert how emails designed…Read More
Facebook adds official music videos in new challenge to YouTube
Facebook is adding official music videos to its service in the US after partnering with major music companies including Sony Music, Universal Music Group, and Warner Music Group, the company announced today. The videos can be found through Facebook Watch and via individual artists’ pages. They can be shared, reacted…Read More
Classic REM Glastonbury Festival performance will air on YouTube in August
Their performance, from June 25, 1999, came after sets from Blondie, Bush and Hole, among other artists.Singer Michael Stipe recalled, “Hole did such a great set, I was like—I’ve got to ramp this up, I’ve got to be great. I think it was maybe a moment for R.E.M. and the…Read More
Errol Morris Fans, There's a Surprise for You on YouTube
Image: Screengrab, YouTube I’ve been thankful in quarantine that you can find Errol Morris’s documentaries on streaming services, not only because I think about Donald Rumsfeld’s bonkers word salad weekly, but also because Stephen Hawking grappling with the concept of origins helped put things into perspective. A few days ago,…Read More
Facebook sued by news media outlet over 'Russia state-controlled' label
An online news media company has filed a lawsuit against Facebook over the social network labeling it "Russia state-controlled." Image: MLADEN ANTONOV / AFP via Getty Images By Matt Binder2020-07-30 16:06:10 UTC An online media company identified as “Russia state-controlled” on Facebook is now suing the social network over that…Read More
Top antitrust Democrat: There's a case to break up Facebook
Rep. David Cicilline (D-R.I.), who ended Wednesday's hearing by saying some Big Tech companies need to be broken up, told Axios that Facebook in particular lacks significant competitors and should not have been allowed to buy Instagram and WhatsApp.Why it matters: Cicilline chairs the antitrust subcommittee, which has been looking…Read More
'Could You Survive The Movies?' Renewed For Season 2 By YouTube
Are you ready to test the science of magic in the Harry Potter films? YouTube Originals has ordered a second season of Could You Survive the Movies? — its docuseries that picked up a Daytime Emmy over the weekend. Hosted by YouTuber Jake Roper, the series from Ample Entertainment explores the magic…Read More
BT Sport Will Show 2020 Champions League Final For Free On YouTube
The Champions League Trophy stands on display during the UEFA Champions League football group stage ... [+] draw ceremony in Monaco on August 29, 2019. (Photo by Valery HACHE / AFP) (Photo credit should read VALERY HACHE/AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images BT Sport will once again transmit…Read More
At Least 2020 Has Given Us YouTube Auteur David Lynch
“YouTube — it connects you with the world in a way,” he explained in earnest. “You get inspiration and ideas, and away you go.” Lynch also hopes ...
Jessica Alba Shared An Açaí Bowl ASMR Video On Her YouTube And I Officially Want To Hang …
Jessica Alba has graced our big screens for years, and now she's active on YouTube where she shares recipes, skincare, and does ASMR videos.
Bubba Wallace Goes Undercover on Reddit, YouTube and Twitter
GQJuly 29, 2020, 9:00 AMOn this episode of Actually Me, NASCAR driver Bubba Wallace goes undercover on the Internet and responds to real comments from YouTube, Reddit, Instagram, Twitter, Quora and Wikipedia. Which races will he use his Black Lives Matter car in? What Call of Duty game is he…Read More
TikTok CEO: Facebook Is Making 'CopyCat' Service 'Disguised As Patriotism'
TikTok CEO Kevin Mayer says Facebook is launching a copycat product to undermine the popular app. Mayer also announced TikTok would make its algorithmic code and content moderation decisions public. Manjunath Kiran/AFP via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Manjunath Kiran/AFP via Getty Images TikTok CEO Kevin Mayer says Facebook…Read More
Paulding First Responders Describe Daring Rescue In YouTube Video
'Red Zone' Now Includes 21 States: U.S. Coronavirus NewsCaleb Caldwell and Daryl Garrett are two of the first responders showcased in a YouTube video from Paulding County. (Paulding County / Shutterstock)DALLAS, GA — Paulding County thanked its fire firefighters Tuesday with a YouTube video that showcased their work rescuing two…Read More
