YouTube has introduced two new features in an effort to enhance theaccessibility of reliable news for its global audience, spanning 40countries. These innovations, the “watch page” and the “Shorts InnovationProgram,” are designed to bolster the availability of trustworthy newscontent on the platform.
The “watch page” feature serves as a hub for curated news content, drawingfrom what YouTube identifies as “authoritative sources.” This centrallocation offers viewers recommendations for related videos, facilitating aseamless news consumption experience.
In parallel, the “Shorts Innovation Program” condenses news updates,enabling users to swiftly stay informed about the latest developments.
YouTube has emphasized its commitment to providing high-quality,trustworthy information, particularly during pivotal moments such aselections, times of unrest, and natural disasters. The platform’sdedication to this objective is demonstrated through partnerships with over20 organizations across 10 countries.
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To further strengthen the integrity of news content, YouTube is investing$1.6 million into the “Shorts Innovation Program,” specifically to supportinnovative news publishers interested in harnessing the potential ofshort-form news formats.