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YouTube is an online video hosting and sharing service that allows users to upload, view, and share videos.
DuckDuckGo Browser can now block video ads, including YouTube's An unsubtle shot at Chrome. By Anna Washenko July 8, 2026 8:00 am EST DuckDuckGo announced that it can now block most video ads, particularly those on YouTube, when a video is playing in its browser. …
… It applies to YouTube Shorts, VOD and Live content. Creators will still need to meet the YouTube Partner Program's other requirements to reap the benefits. …
YouTube Premium's latest features include an auto-speed setting AI-powered recommendations and more background playback options are on the way to YouTube. …
… How to change YouTube Music's streaming quality Will Shanklin for Engadget The streaming settings are in slightly different places on Android and iOS. Beyond that, the options are identical. In the YouTube Music app: Tap your profile picture and go to Settings . …
… YouTube's custom feed feature is now rolling out to signed-in viewers in the US on mobile or desktop in English — just make sure your YouTube search and watch history are turned on in your account settings.
YouTube will automatically detect and label AI-generated videos It should be easier to tell at a glance if a YouTube video will contain AI-generated gunk. By Kris Holt May 27, 2026 12:59 pm EST YouTube is looking to make it easier for users to tell if a video was made using generative AI tools. …
… Today, we're announcing that starting in early 2027, @YouTube Premium subscribers in the U.S. will get @peacock Premium included with their membership. 🦚 👏 We're excited to expand our partnership with @NBCUniversal , bringing new benefits to YouTube Premium members and... pic.twitter.com/1KjZatJTzj… …
YouTube expands direct messaging to the US The experimental feature launched in Europe last year. By Mariella Moon June 11, 2026 4:28 am EST YouTube's experimental direct messaging feature for mobile is now available in the US . …
… But once it arrives for them, they'll be able to shrink the YouTube video they're playing and continue watching it even after they leave the app. To activate the feature, they simply have to swipe up or press on the home button to close YouTube. …
… MacRumors noted that these YouTube channels have also filed similar lawsuits against other tech companies, including Meta, Nvidia, ByteDance and Snap. …
