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YouTube Teams With PayPal to Pay Creators With Stablecoins

December 14, 2025
YouTube Expands AI Safety Features With New Likeness Detection System
artificial intelligence // October 22, 2025

YouTube has launched its likeness detection system, a new tool that lets creators identify and request removal of AI-generated videos using their face or voice without consent. According to TechCrunch, the feature is being rolled out first to select members of the YouTube Partner Program...

Google Argues Against Justice Department Proposal to Ban Bundling Apps With AI
Google // October 08, 2025

Google argued against a Justice Department proposal that would bar it from bundling its YouTube and Google Maps apps with its Gemini artificial intelligence (AI) service, telling a judge Wednesday (Oct. 8) that these haven’t been found to be monopoly products. Get the Full Story...

YouTube Unveils AI-Powered ‘Creative Partner’ and Other Tools for Creators
Artificial Intelligence // September 16, 2025

An artificial intelligence (AI)-powered “creative partner” for creators is one of several AI tools unveiled Tuesday (Sept. 16) by YouTube. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....

Cyberattackers Turn to YouTube Comments to Hide Malware
Cybersecurity // January 14, 2025

Cyberattackers are reportedly using Google and YouTube search results to target people seeking pirated/cracked software. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing...

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Social Apps Race to Monetize Shoppable Commerce Opportunity

March 22, 2024
As contextual commerce transforms online shopping, social media platforms are seizing the opportunity to integrate purchasing into their platforms. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, […]

Brands Target Consumer Food Spend on Social Media

December 12, 2023
Consumers are using social media to buy products, and apparel, beauty, and food and beverage are the three categories they shop the most. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

Merriam-Webster’s Words of the Year Reflect Growing Impact of AI

November 28, 2023
The very phrase artificial intelligence (AI) itself promises two things: intelligence and artificiality. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Toys, Pet Products Expected to Fuel Retail Sales on Social Media 

November 08, 2023
Consumers are becoming increasingly connected on social media, and retailers are taking notice. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Quick Reads
YouTube Teams With PayPal to Pay Creators With Stablecoins

December 14, 2025
YouTube has reportedly begun letting creators on its platform get paid in PayPal’s stablecoin.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing […]

YouTube Expands AI Safety Features With New Likeness Detection System

October 22, 2025
YouTube has launched its likeness detection system, a new tool that lets creators identify and request removal of AI-generated videos using their face or voice without consent. According to TechCrunch,...

Google Argues Against Justice Department Proposal to Ban Bundling Apps With AI

October 08, 2025
Google argued against a Justice Department proposal that would bar it from bundling its YouTube and Google Maps apps with its Gemini artificial intelligence (AI) service, telling a judge Wednesday...

YouTube Unveils AI-Powered ‘Creative Partner’ and Other Tools for Creators

September 16, 2025
An artificial intelligence (AI)-powered “creative partner” for creators is one of several AI tools unveiled Tuesday (Sept. 16) by YouTube. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...