YouTube suspends adverts on Tommy Robinson’s account
YouTube has suspended adverts on the account of controversial activist Tommy Robinson for breaching the site’s advertising guidelines.
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YouTube removes adverts for Britain First
YouTube has removed adverts for far-right group Britain First after clips promoting the organisation appeared before videos on the site.
YouTube warns against Bird Box-style prank videos
YouTube has updated its guidelines to ban prank and dangerous challenge videos.
PewDiePie v T-Series: The fight for YouTube supremacy explained
A war on the web is brewing for YouTube supremacy, as PewDiePie battles to keep his place as the most subscribed channel against Indian music and movie label T-Series.
Four major events in 2019 that could transform the internet
Harmful content and privacy are some of the issues that will be addressed by landmark decisions this year, as governments across the world look to make tech giants and social networks more accountable.
Bad Lip Reading has made an Apple product launch like you’ve never seen before
If you’re wondering what YouTube channel Bad Lip Reading does, the clue is in the name.
These were the 10 most-viewed ads on YouTube this year
YouTube has released a rundown of the 10 most-viewed adverts of 2018, with a star-studded campaign for Amazon’s Alexa coming out on top.
YouTube project manager returns his roots for north-east academy talk
A Silicon Valley tech wizard has returned to his north-east roots in a bid to inspire schoolchildren.
Pitbull covered Toto’s classic rock song Africa and the internet has opinions
American rapper Pitbull has recorded a cover version of Toto’s classic rock ballad Africa, to the bemusement of hundreds of listeners online.
YouTube Rewind 2018 becomes site’s most disliked video
YouTube’s annual recap video of the year’s biggest trends on the platform has become the most disliked post in the site’s history.
Watch the moment YouTuber sets record for number of cakes made in Minecraft
New footage has been released of British YouTuber Stampy Cat’s world record in making 10 cakes in Minecraft in less than four minutes.
Driver filmed bragging he can use phone safely behind wheel – then crashes
A cyclist in Scotland has shared a video of himself arguing with a motorist over using a mobile phone at the wheel – just moments before the angry driver rear-ends another car.
YouTube Rewind 2018 becomes site’s second most disliked video
YouTube’s annual recap video celebrating the biggest videos and trends of the year has become the second most disliked post in the site’s history.
Andy Serkis brings back Gollum for Theresa May spoof
Gollum actor Andy Serkis has revived his Gollum character from the Lord Of the Rings films to poke fun at Prime Minister Theresa May and her Brexit plans.
YouTube Rewind: Who made it into the review of 2018 and who missed out?
YouTube has released its annual Rewind video – an eight-minute clip that celebrates the year’s biggest trends on the platform.
Sir Paul McCartney’s Carpool Karaoke most watched YouTube video in UK in 2018
Sir Paul McCartney’s appearance on Carpool Karaoke has been named the top trending YouTube video of the year in the UK.
Stars to feature on new Prince’s Trust YouTube channel
Brian May hailed the “unforgettable” experience of playing for the Prince’s Trust as the charity launched a YouTube channel of memorable performances from artists like Sir Elton John and Rita Ora.
Ariana Grande gives fans a look at new docu-series
Ariana Grande has given fans a peek at her new docu-series.
Video: Dons fan creates Graeme Shinnie-inspired seagull song for Betfred Cup final
A Dons-daft football fan has penned a cup final song themed around two cornerstones of Aberdeen FC – Graeme Shinnie and seagulls.
Be wary of misleading prostate cancer videos on YouTube, scientists warn
Popular videos on YouTube providing medical information about prostate cancer pose potential health risks to patients, scientists have warned.
YouTube issues pop-up warning users about EU copyright proposal
YouTube has intensified its opposition against changes to copyright law across the EU that could change what people are allowed to share online.
Singer Mahalia tipped as star by YouTube Music but ‘avoids comment section’
Singer and rising YouTube star Mahalia has said she decided to “stay out of the comment section” in an online environment that can be difficult for upcoming artists.
EU copyright law risks cutting people off from YouTube videos, site boss warns
YouTube viewers across the EU could be cut off from videos as a result of the controversial Article 13 copyright directive, platform boss Susan Wojcicki has said in a fresh warning.
Tom Felton: I’ve never tried to distance myself from Draco Malfoy
Tom Felton has said he is “more than happy” to be known for playing the character Draco Malfoy in the Harry Potter film series.
North-east predator jailed for posing as girl on YouTube
A sick predator who posed as a girl to coerce young boys into performing “utterly depraved” sexual acts has been jailed for almost four years.
YouTube is now available on the Nintendo Switch
YouTube has launched on the Nintendo Switch, becoming one of the first major video apps to be made available on the games console.
Ford Ka turned into terrifying ‘Di-wheel’ by enterprising engineers
For motorists who want a bit more excitement from their front-wheel drive hatchback, a YouTube channel may have the answer. The Master Milo YouTube channel has taken a sensible Ford Ka and turned it into the terrifying lovechild of a hamster wheel and a rollercoaster.
Viral image of ‘Justin Bieber’ eating burrito was prank by YouTubers
A viral picture which appeared to show Justin Bieber eating a burrito sideways has been outed as a prank – but not before it prompted huge debate online.
You can now use emojis to search for tracks and artists on YouTube Music
If you’re tired of typing out your searches for a song or artist, YouTube Music has introduced a fun alternative using emojis.
Tory MP shows his naked ambition with nude bike ride around London park
A Tory MP has filmed himself cycling nude around a London park to promote the creation of an annual naked bike ride.