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YouTube Tests Controversial Swipe Gesture in Android App
Recently, YouTube has begun testing a new swipe gesture feature in its Android app, igniting user concerns and frustrations. This trial was first noticed by Tushar Mehta on X (formerly Twitter), revealing that the full-screen video playback...
A Russian court has imposed a staggering fine on Google, amounting to an unfathomable $20 decillion, for the company's alleged violation of Russian media rights. The court ruled in favor of several Russian media stations after a legal battle that commenced in 2020. The conflict arose when YouTube, a...
In January 2024, Ireland introduced a groundbreaking Online Safety Code aimed at regulating major social media platforms such as YouTube, TikTok, and Meta. This regulatory move is a significant step towards enhancing online safety by holding these digital giants accountable for the content shared on...
In a move that has sparked significant discussion among its users, YouTube is reportedly testing a new homepage design that omits the date a video was uploaded and its view count. This experiment reflects YouTube’s ongoing strategy of modifying its interface to enhance user experience, a journey tha...
On October 27, 2024, an experimental release of NewPipe was made available on Flathub, designed for Linux systems through the Android Translation Layer (ATL). NewPipe offers a unique approach as a free and lightweight frontend for YouTube and several other platforms, emphasizing user privacy and fle...