YouTube CEO Neal Mohan previews 2026 priorities: AI tools for Shorts creation, text-to-game features, in-app shopping checkout, and image posts in Shorts. The post YouTube CEO Announces AI Creation Tools, In-App Shopping For 2026 appeared first on Search Engine Journal .
YouTube is updating advertiser-friendly guidelines so some non-graphic videos on “controversial issues” may be eligible for full monetization. The post YouTube Expands Monetization For Some Controversial Issues appeared first on Search Engine Journal .
An analysis of 2025’s most emotionally effective holiday ads shows why nostalgia, warmth, and human storytelling still outperform spend.
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YouTube creators report sudden channel bans for spam policies, with some restored after public outcry. YouTube claims the vast majority of terminations are correct.
Analysts working with top YouTube channels report Shorts older than 30 days receive fewer views.
YouTube expands title A/B testing globally to all creators with advanced features.
YouTube launched its first annual Recap feature showing viewing stats, top channels, and personality types.
Pew’s data shows YouTube and Facebook lead U.S. social media use, while TikTok, Instagram, WhatsApp and Reddit grow and newer platforms remain niche.
YouTube’s Rene Ritchie says the recommendation system relies on audience behavior that only begins once a video is public.