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What is Twitch’s Plus Program? New payout system explained as creators worry about the 70/30 split

Twitch’s new Plus Program introduces a two-level revenue system where creators earn subscription-based Plus Points to unlock payout tiers, including a 70/30 split. Some streamers feared they would lose their existing deals, but Twitch said historical contracts remain unchanged. The update aims to standardize payouts, though confusion among creators has…

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“I want to apologize”: Kai Cenat addresses viral cheating speculation following Gigi Alayah breakup

Kai Cenat has addressed rumors surrounding his breakup with Gigi Alayah, urging fans not to believe speculation circulating online. In a now-deleted Instagram statement, he apologized for staying silent and said any real updates would come directly from him. The split, confirmed in late 2025, sparked cheating allegations and online…

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PGL Cluj-Napoca 2026: Teams, Prize Pool, Schedule, Results etc.

Can MOUZ defend their only 2025 title?

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Twitch streamer uses electrodes to manipulate balance using electricity — can be used to control a real-life human being with an Xbox controller or joystick, simulate racing game G-force

Perri Karyal shared her device used for GVS, which alters her balance and simulates G-forces, especially in racing games.

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Plaqueboymax reveals Tyla DMs live on Twitch then deletes Valentine voice note before NBA All Star Weekend

Plaqueboymax went viral after revealing he sent and deleted a Valentine voice note to Tyla during a February 12 Twitch stream shared by @FearedBuck on X. In the same livestream, he announced a Bose collaboration for NBA All-Star Weekend, including projects with NBA players and basketball runs with Lil Yachty…

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Jynxzi’s next stream with IShowSpeed and xQc might be the most chaotic thing yet

One of the biggest streamer collabs ever.

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No Man’s Sky Remnant update 6.2 adds gravity gun, scrap hauling, and a new expedition

Another free No Man's Sky update!

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Jynxzi accuses Supercell of ignoring streamers in Clash Royale “historic year” recap

Twitch star Jynxzi slammed Supercell after its 2025 Clash Royale recap credited internal updates for massive growth while overlooking streamers. He argued that creators drove the game’s renewed popularity and accused the company of taking full credit. During a fiery livestream, Jynxzi criticized leadership and predicted 2026 could be Clash…

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Jynxzi slams Supercell for lack of creator credit after Clash Royale’s ‘historic year’

Credit where it's due.

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Overwatch just shattered its Steam PC player count record with its new Season 1 update release — it's the most-watched game on Twitch right now, too

Following the release of Overwatch's new Season 1 and the huge Reign of Talon overhaul, it's shattered its previous player count record on Steam.

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Twitch introduces new ads for paused streams, sparks viewer backlash

Twitch is rolling out "pause-screen ads" starting February 10, 2026, a move met with criticism from viewers and streamers. While intended to boost streamer earnings, users fear these ads will disrupt viewing habits and potentially lead to site abandonment. The platform maintains the ads aim to increase revenue without fully…

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Twitch streamer and Anran voice actor pushes Blizzard to rethink hero’s slimmer look

Blizzard has agreed to redesign Overwatch hero Anran after Twitch streamer and voice actor Fareeha Andersen criticised the character’s slimmer in-game appearance. Fans compared it to earlier depictions, sparking debate over beauty standards and the “Ozempic chic” trend. Game Director Aaron Keller confirmed changes are planned for Season 1, saying…

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JasonTheWeen speaks out on cheating allegations after breakup with Sakura

The Twitch star also addressed the rumored connection to Kyedae-TenZ split.

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Twitch streamer RaKai and Piper Rockelle share photos from Super Bowl, sparks romance talk

Twitch streamer RaKai and influencer Piper Rockelle sparked romance rumors after a Super Bowl appearance. Their public interactions, including a Twitch collaboration and social media posts, have fueled fan speculation. Despite RaKai's age and a past Twitch suspension, their burgeoning connection continues to captivate online audiences, making them a trending…

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Mizkif-linked Twitch account receives temporary suspension

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Streamer Kyedae confirms breakup with TenZ, ending six-year relationship

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Twitch streamer Bisscute hospitalized after katana accident on live stream

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TheBurntPeanut controversy grows after viewbotting and cheating claims while top streamers openly defend his rapid rise

TheBurntPeanut faced fresh claims of viewbotting and cheating in early February 2026. Instead of backing down, he addressed the claims live. Streamers xQc, Stable Ronaldo, and Noko publicly defended him using clips, data, and past examples. Their reactions shifted the focus from accusations to how fast growth can naturally happen…

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Streamer Maya Higa calls out bizarre reality of her image turned into a Twitch-wide emote without her approval

Maya Higa was stunned during a February livestream after discovering that an animated laughing emote featuring her face has been widely used across Twitch via 7TV for years. Believing it was limited to her channel, she learned it appears in over 4,000 channels. Though surprised and critical of the emote,…

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TheBurntPeanut’s rapid Twitch rise sparks viewbotting accusations on social media

Twitch streamer TheBurntPeanut is facing accusations of viewbotting following a rapid surge in viewership, with some streams attracting tens of thousands of viewers. Critics point to unusual viewership patterns and low chat activity as evidence, while supporters attribute the growth to successful social media content. The debate continues as no…

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“Seriously unfunny prank call”: Tubbo’s IRL stream turns terrifying after hoax caller triggers armed police response

Twitch streamer Tubbo revealed he was swatted during a live IRL pub crawl stream in Brighton after a false report claimed his friend was carrying a knife and drugs. Police detained and handcuffed the friend before confirming the call was a hoax. Tubbo called it a “seriously unfunny prank” and…

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“Repeatedly hit a crying puppy”: Police honored by PETA after viral Twitch clips lead to animal cruelty arrest

Brookhaven Police arrested Twitch streamer Aspen “AspenKartier” Easterling after viral clips allegedly captured her hitting her three month old puppy during a livestream. The dog was rescued and placed with DeKalb County Animal Services. Following the arrest on animal cruelty charges, PETA announced it will honor the department with a…

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TheBurntPeanut becomes Twitch’s most-watched streamer in January 2026

VTuber TheBurntPeanut has taken Twitch by storm, topping viewership charts in January 2026 with over 11.3 million hours watched. His unique peanut-headed avatar and engaging streams of games like ARC Raiders have propelled him to 1.8 million subscribers, surpassing major streamers and setting a new benchmark for online content creation.

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xQc slams Plaqueboymax after defending Aspen Kartier as animal abuse allegations spark outrage across Twitch community

Felix “xQc” Lengyel strongly criticized Plaqueboymax for supporting Aspen Kartier amid animal abuse allegations. Kartier was accused of harming her puppy during a Twitch stream and was later arrested in Georgia. xQc said animal abuse leaves no room for excuses, sparking wide debate across the streaming community.

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