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Twitch Streamer Banned Due to “Hateful Username”

Aritra Patra — Sat, 14 Oct 2023 12:22:03 +0000

JapImport, a dedicated Twitch streamer, found himself at the center of controversy when he was permanently banned from the platform. The reason? His username was deemed “hateful.” This abrupt action came just two days after he applied for a partnership with Twitch. What makes this situation even more perplexing is that JapImport had been using […]

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Twitch Employees Fear for Their Jobs as Layoffs Continue

Sarjyo Mukherjee — Wed, 04 Oct 2023 11:24:53 +0000

With TwitchCon right around the corner, Twitch employees have revealed that their jobs are “at risk”. The Amazon-owned company has developed a notorious reputation for firing employees in recent times and said trend seems to have continued as several employees have revealed they could potentially join the list of employees who have been exited. Employees […]

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New EU Tax Law Could Affect Twitch Streamers’ Payouts

Aritra Patra — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 12:09:39 +0000

The world of online streaming is about to face a significant shift, as Twitch streamers brace themselves for potential financial implications stemming from a new tax law introduced by the European Union. Over the years, platforms like Twitch have provided content creators with a unique avenue to showcase their talents, engage with fans, and earn […]

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Twitch Brings Back SUBtember with Discounts on Subscriptions

Aritra Patra — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 11:47:14 +0000

Twitch, the leading live streaming platform, is all set to roll out its annual SUBtember event for 2023. This much-anticipated event is a boon for viewers, offering them enticing discounts on long-term subscriptions to their cherished creators. But what exactly does SUBtember 2023 entail, and how can viewers make the most of it? SUBtember’s Grand […]

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Twitch Recommendations Spark Outrage Amongst xQc and Other Streamers

Sarjyo Mukherjee — Sat, 29 Jul 2023 10:25:15 +0000

Twitch recommending adult content raises concern among top streamers such as xQc.

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xQc Blasts Twitch for Allowing Gambling Advertisements

Sarjyo Mukherjee — Thu, 29 Jun 2023 13:53:16 +0000

Twitch slammed by xQc from promoting Poker event after shutting down all gambling content last year.

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How to Get Golden Kappa on Twitch?

Aritra Patra — Fri, 23 Jun 2023 12:54:53 +0000

If you’re an avid Twitch user, you’re probably familiar with Kappa, one of the most widely used global emotes on the platform. This iconic emote symbolizes sarcasm, often flooding chat boxes when streamers engage in playful trolling or when unfortunate events occur during gameplay. However, what many viewers might not realize is that there exists […]

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Is Kick Better Than Twitch?

Aritra Patra — Mon, 19 Jun 2023 15:25:19 +0000

In the ever-expanding world of live streaming, two platforms have emerged as major players: Kick and Twitch. While Twitch has long reigned as the dominant force in the market, Kick, a newcomer launched in October 2022, is making significant strides to challenge its supremacy. With the backing of Tyler ‘Trainwreck’ Niknam, Kick positions itself as […]

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Streamers Claim Twitch Payouts Reduced Without Warning

Sarjyo Mukherjee — Fri, 16 Jun 2023 13:28:00 +0000

Twitch 70/30 revenue split policy affecting streamer's payouts.

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Fan Sets Twitch Streamer’s Jaguar Car on Fire

Sarjyo Mukherjee — Wed, 14 Jun 2023 15:51:37 +0000

Fans sets streamer's car on fire while she was on vacation.

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