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Thousands of YouTube videos disguised as cheat codes removed for spreading malware
YouTube has removed thousands of videos that were disguised as cheat codes but actually spread malware. These videos were part of a network known as the YouTube Ghost Network. The videos had garnered hundreds of thousands of views.
YouTube rolls out likeness detection for AI fakes
YouTube has begun rolling out its likeness detection tool to help creators identify and report AI-generated videos using their faces without permission. The beta feature, now expanding beyond initial testers, requires identity verification but offers no removal guarantees. This move addresses growing concerns over AI content proliferating on the platform.
Youtubers bahadır and yücel return grimme prize
The YouTubers Bahadır and Yücel from the channel 'Uncivilized' have returned their Grimme Prize in the 'Youth' category. The decision comes after ongoing criticism of their content. The award was given for the video 'Die Welt ist nicht genug'.