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• A 9-year-old box office flop has become the first film to cross 1 billion views on YouTube. • The film, Jaya Janaki Nayaka (Khoonkhar), was directed by a struggling filmmaker and starred actors who have moved to other industries. • The milestone was celebrated by Srinu on social media, who thanked viewers for making the film a "timeless celebration".

• YouTube has captured over 65% of digital Video-on-Demand (VOD) viewing hours in Japan, according to new data from ampd Analytics. • In May, the platform reached 72 million viewers in the region, with news and baseball content emerging as the primary drivers of viewership. • This dominance highlights YouTube's critical role in the Japanese media landscape, effectively competing with traditional broadcasters for high-engagement content.

Move for greater prominence on social media comes as ministers warn online misinformation risk becoming ‘existential for our democracy’Plans to hand established broadcasters and media companies greater prominence on digital platforms like YouTube and TikTok have been unveiled, as ministers warned online misinformation risked becoming “existential for our democracy”.In proposals that set up a new clash with global tech companies, content from the likes of the BBC, ITV and Channel 4 would have to be awarded more promotion by their algorithms – with special rules considered for times of social unrest or crisis. Continue reading...

• Comedian Samay Raina has announced the return of "India's Got Latent" for a second season, which will be available on Netflix and YouTube. • Raina promised a "no filter" approach for the upcoming season, explicitly stating that the show will maintain its edgy tone and continue to feature swearing. • The announcement highlights a trend of unfiltered, creator-led content transitioning from independent platforms to major streaming services like Netflix.

• YouTube has announced the 2026 Music Foundry cohort, selecting four Indian artists as part of a global group of 24 musicians from 11 different countries. • The Indian acts join a diverse international class featuring artists such as Korean band Wave To Earth, American R&B singer Kelela, and U.K. pop artist MEEK. • This initiative highlights YouTube's commitment to fostering emerging global talent and expanding the reach of regional artists on a worldwide scale.

• KSI, whose real name is Olajide Olatunji and who serves as a judge on Britain's Got Talent, has announced his departure from the YouTube collective Sidemen. • Olatunji has been a core member of the group since its inception in 2013, contributing to its growth into one of the most influential digital collectives. • This move marks a significant shift for the creator as he balances his music career, boxing, and television commitments.

• YouTuber Kane Parsons is adapting his eerie, liminal-space web series "The Backrooms" into a feature-length Hollywood film. • The project highlights a growing trend where Hollywood executives seek out internet-native creators and viral digital cultures to attract new audiences. • This transition marks a significant leap from independent YouTube production to major studio filmmaking for Parsons.

Channel quietly debuts over weekend with Only in Monroe video days after Thursday’s final Late Show episode Stephen Colbert hasn’t even been off the air for a week, but is already causing some hubbub with the launch of a new YouTube channel that has garnered more than 120,000 subscribers.The popular late-night host, who aired his final episode of The Late Show last Thursday, quietly debuted the channel over the weekend with a single video titled: “Only In Monroe --- May 22, 2026.” Continue reading...

Tom Kopke, from Germany, out-tumbled local hero Chris Anderson to win his third roll on hot day in GloucestershireIt was billed as the great cheese-off; a helter-skelter, bone-jarring downhill race between the all-time champ and a young upstart.After the hype and hyperbole, youth won out, as the 24-year-old German YouTuber Tom Kopke beat 38-year-old local hero Chris Anderson at the annual cheese-rolling event in the English West Country. Continue reading...

GB News owner’s son, who wants Channel to be mined to stop migrants, is latest to have a go at transatlantic rightwing commentaryOn a Los Angeles stage in 2011 Winston Marshall, then the banjo player for the folk rock band Mumford & Sons, could scarcely believe what was happening. Not only was he playing at the Grammys, he was playing alongside Bob Dylan, legendary composer of social justice anthems and one of his heroes.About 15 years later, Marshall once again found himself stateside, this time on a very different stage. Appearing on Fox News in his new guise as a conservative YouTuber, Marshall advocated what he admitted was an “outlandish idea” to stop small boat crossings in the Channel. Continue reading...

Fred Beyer shocked NFL Draft fans after sneaking onto the stage and announcing a fake Pittsburgh Steelers pick. Using fake credentials, he entered a restricted area before security stopped him. The NFL later gave him an indefinite league-wide ban and warned he could be arrested if he attends future events.

Courts in Australia may be willing to hold social media companies accountable for real-world harm, lawyers sayFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralian law firms are investigating the scope for future legal cases after a landmark US court ruling that found Meta and YouTube liable for deliberately designing addictive products.A jury in Los Angeles ruled against the two tech giants on Wednesday, finding both to be negligent and having failed to provide adequate warnings about the potential dangers of their products. Continue reading...

Pressing tasks for new director general also include an expiring royal charter, and finding a new top teamMatt Brittin may have only just been announced as the new BBC director general, but his inbox is already overflowing. Here are his immediate challenges: Continue reading...