YouTube adds Android Auto support for background play controls

YouTube for Android is rolling out support for Android Auto but, before you get too excited, keep in mind that...

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‘Jeopardy!’ Plans YouTube Spinoff Show as It Ramps Up Production on Platform

Ken Jennings will host the new edition, which will feature creators playing for a charity of their choice.

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Earn earlier: expanding YouTube Shopping to creators with 500+ subscribers

YouTube is opening access to the YouTube Shopping affiliate program to all creators in the YouTube Partner Program who have at least 500 subscribers. Eligible creators can now tag products from brands across their Shorts, videos, and livestreams to earn from their recommendations.

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YouTube launches AI-powered “Reimagine” option for Shorts

The feature enables Shorts viewers to generate their own videos based on a scene from a clip.

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Reimagine: A new AI-powered Remix tool in YouTube Shorts

“Reimagine" is a new tool that gives everyone the ability to transform a single frame from an existing YouTube Short into an entirely new 8-second clip. Powered by Veo, Reimagine puts a new spin on remixing.

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YouTube now asks viewers to detect generative AI slop when rating videos

Viewers may soon have more influence on the visibility and monetization of YouTube videos. The platform is requesting that some users label a growing number of suspicious creations as AI slop. However, the company may also be seeking more data to improve its generative AI models.

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YouTube’s New AI Tool Lets You Ask Questions While Watching on TV

YouTube is expanding its Gemini-powered Ask feature to smart TVs, gaming consoles and streaming devices, letting viewers ask questions about videos in real time.

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YouTube surpasses Disney, Paramount, WBD in 2025 ad revenue | TechCrunch

This shift is a clear sign of just how much content consumption has changed over the years and how advertisers have adapted their strategies.

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YouTube expands deepfake detection tool to politicians and journalists

AI tools are making it easier to create convincing videos of real people.

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YouTube Adds A Big New Feature, But It Probably Isn't The One You Want

YouTube has expanded its testing area for direct messaging on the app from just Ireland and Poland to 31 countries in Europe, as of March 3, 2026.

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