Currently, public sub counts are abbreviated in most but not all places across YouTube. In August, we’ll make this more consistent by always showing abbreviated sub counts publicly. Creators: You’ll still see your full sub count in Studio! Learn more → http://yt.be/help/abbrev-count …pic.twitter.com/pmaKk4EU4k
YouTube, mate, stop trying to hide your creators’ sub counts and start thinking about things that are actually important: fixing your dodgy copyright system, not taking down innocent channels and making a place that favours individuals over corporations. Just a thought.