It should be easy to know when you’ve found the official YouTube channel of a creator, artist, brand, or public figure. So in late October, we’re updating what it means for channels to be “Verified” w/ new eligibility criteria & a new look. Details → https://yt.be/help/3QfB pic.twitter.com/JXOvMbkbns
You know how you actually fix the impersonation problem? When some one comments on their own videos or community tab just but a big 'ole "Channel Owner" tag next to their name. Bam, entire problem solved. Then you can just remove verification all together.