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
After all the ProJared and James Charles nonsense, with people jumping to believe lies or half-truths, may I suggest updating publicly viewable subcounts on a weekly or monthly basis? People are quick to jump on bandwagons of hate without caring for the validity of accusations.