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Discord ends partnership with controversial age verification software, Twitch immediately says hold my beer and tells new affiliates to submit faces and IDs to the same service

"Ask yourself who's on the other side of that camera, and what list you just landed on"

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Clix says he and Ninja popularized Twitch, not Adin Ross

Clix claims he and Ninja put Twitch on the map.

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Panopticon patch Tuesday: Twitch requires Peter Thiel-funded Persona ID verification for some Affiliates to get their first payouts

I think I'll skip this particular patch.

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“Just because he died.…”: Twitch star Valkyrae defends her reaction to brother’s death after viral outrage

Valkyrae faced backlash after discussing her brother’s death and their strained relationship during a livestream. While some criticized her tone, many viewers empathized with her experience of complicated grief. She later addressed the reaction, saying the past few days had been frustrating and emotional, and urged grace and understanding for…

The Times of India

Shroud and Just9n headline epic Rainbow Six Siege showdown featuring streamers

It will be an interesting showdown.

Dot Esports

Who is Cheesur? Twitch and Kick streamer Nermin Dzaferovic trends after viral claims about CJNG leader El Mencho intel

Cheesur, whose real name is Nermin Dzaferovic, is trending after viral posts claimed he gave “critical intel” that led to CJNG leader El Mencho’s death. Mexican officials confirmed El Mencho died in a military operation, but no authority has linked Cheesur to it. The claims spreading online remain unproven and…

The Times of India

Gigguk speaks out after Twitch warning linked to combined YouTube and Twitch chat

Garnt “Gigguk” Maneetapho says Twitch warned him for combining YouTube and Twitch chats during a February 15, 2026 stream. Twitch rules ban merging chats while simulcasting. He will continue multi-streaming but keep chats separate. Rachell “Valkyrae” Hofstetter previously raised the same issue, saying Twitch only allows Twitch chat to appear…

The Times of India

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How Streaming Culture Boosted Casino Popularity

Online casinos are just one of the many entertainment businesses that have seen a transformation due to the popularity of live streaming. With the rise in popularity of websites like Twitch, YouTube, and Kick, gambling content subtly established a significant market. Communities grew up around high-risk situations, large wins, and…

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DreamLeague Season 28: Schedule, results, standings, teams, streams

Pretty stacked field.

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KSI snaps at Stable Ronaldo during London padel tournament after repeated Twitch livestream interruptions

KSI publicly confronted Stable Ronaldo during a London charity padel tournament after repeated interruptions during a live Twitch stream. The moment quickly went viral. Days later, Ronaldo appeared tense at an Arsenal match amid fan backlash. He is also facing online criticism from Ed Craven over alleged viewer number inflation…

The Times of India

God of War fans will be "hearing about what we're doing probably late summer," Kratos actor Christopher Judge teases in comments I can't imagine Sony being thrilled about

He also suggests a "new fighting system" is coming to the upcoming Trilogy Remake

GamesRadar

How to Get Roblox Doors Twitch Drops – All Rewards

As part of the 2026 Bloxfest by Twitch campaign, Doors is giving away exclusive rewards to players who watch Doors' Twitch streams. The Doors Twitch Drops

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Jasontheween’s dating history: Inside the Twitch star’s rumored ex-girlfriends and past relationships

Jason “Jasontheween” built much of his Twitch fame not only through gaming but also through public relationships. From Yujin to Shizuku to Sakura Shymko, each connection played out in front of thousands of viewers. While some relationships were confirmed and others were not, Jason has openly shared how hard dating…

The Times of India

Streamer who beat Elden Ring with her mind creates a device that controls her movement in real life, immediately regrets it: "I don't condone that behavior. It's incredibly dangerous and I'm not liable"

Don't try this at home, kids

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Lacy and Clix launch new ‘TapCaps’ keycaps with surprise mystery-box twist

A new product launch from streaming pros.

TechRadar

I’ve spent months tracking AI personalities like Twitch streamer Neuro-sama and it feels like acceptance — but I think we’re reading it wrong

Interest in AI characters doesn’t necessarily mean people want them – and it certainly doesn’t mean we’ll stick around.

The Times of India

What really happened between Stable Ronaldo and Kick CEO Ed Craven? Controversy explored as Twitch income and viewbot claims collide

Stable Ronaldo criticized Twitch’s new Plus Program revenue split in February 2026. Kick CEO Ed Craven then accused him of using fake viewers. Ronaldo responded by showing Twitch analytics, revealing over $265,000 earned in January 2026. He denied the claims and questioned Craven’s leadership, while also alleging Kick once offered…

The Times of India

“He has a scripted roadmap”: Fans accuse Jasontheween of scripting “7 Days Stranded” island survival livestream

Twitch streamer Jasontheween’s “7 Days Stranded” island livestream has sparked debate online, with viewers accusing him of scripting the survival challenge due to a cameraman, suspected pre-scouted locations, and live chat assistance. A viral clip intensified scrutiny, while Jason also addressed breakup rumors and shut down fan comments about his…

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StableRonaldo and Lacy reveal Twitch earnings after viewbotting accusations by Kick CEO

Massive allegations.

The Times of India

What is Twitch’s Plus Program? New payout system explained as creators worry about the 70/30 split

Twitch’s new Plus Program introduces a two-level revenue system where creators earn subscription-based Plus Points to unlock payout tiers, including a 70/30 split. Some streamers feared they would lose their existing deals, but Twitch said historical contracts remain unchanged. The update aims to standardize payouts, though confusion among creators has…

The Times of India

“I want to apologize”: Kai Cenat addresses viral cheating speculation following Gigi Alayah breakup

Kai Cenat has addressed rumors surrounding his breakup with Gigi Alayah, urging fans not to believe speculation circulating online. In a now-deleted Instagram statement, he apologized for staying silent and said any real updates would come directly from him. The split, confirmed in late 2025, sparked cheating allegations and online…

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PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026: Teams, Prize Pool, Schedule, Results etc.

Can MOUZ defend their only 2025 title?

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Twitch streamer uses electrodes to manipulate balance using electricity — can be used to control a real-life human being with an Xbox controller or joystick, simulate racing game G-force

Perri Karyal shared her device used for GVS, which alters her balance and simulates G-forces, especially in racing games.

The Times of India

Plaqueboymax reveals Tyla DMs live on Twitch then deletes Valentine voice note before NBA All Star Weekend

Plaqueboymax went viral after revealing he sent and deleted a Valentine voice note to Tyla during a February 12 Twitch stream shared by @FearedBuck on X. In the same livestream, he announced a Bose collaboration for NBA All-Star Weekend, including projects with NBA players and basketball runs with Lil Yachty…

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Jynxzi’s next stream with IShowSpeed and xQc might be the most chaotic thing yet

One of the biggest streamer collabs ever.

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