YouTube has started adding ‘New’ labels to Shorts that have recently been uploaded. When searching for content, some Shorts may display a small label at the top left with the word 'New' in white text on a black background.

YouTube is testing picture-in-picture ads for live streams.

YouTube is experimenting with a new integration with Google Gemini, the AI tool from YouTube’s parent company. I

YouTube has updated the appeal process for channels suspended from the YouTube Partner Program.

YouTube has introduced a new Chrome extension for its Shopping Program.

YouTube has rolled out the ability for creators to save music directly from the Shorts feed.

YouTube is set to introduce new features for Shorts thumbnails this year, including the ability to edit thumbnails post-upload and add text and filters.

YouTube announced several new tools for Shorts, which Rene Ritchie, YouTube's Creator Liaison, and Johanna Voolich, YouTube’s Chief Product Officer, discussed in more detail during a sit-down.

YouTube now supports handles in 75 languages, allowing creators to personalize unique handles

YouTube has updated its Erase Song tool with an AI-powered algorithm to accurately detect and remove copyrighted content.

YouTube is experimenting with a feature that allows users to add notes that appear under videos, providing relevant, timely, and easy-to-understand context.

YouTube has started rolling out the Test & Compare feature to creators with access to Advanced Features. This tool allows creators to upload up to three video thumbnails for testing with their viewers, selecting the most effective thumbnail based on which generates the highest watch time share.