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 make these fucked up changes because you know you have a total monopoly on the video sharing industry. Just remember, MySpace thought the same thing. Now look at them. You might be the biggest name in the game but it doesn't mean stupid decisions won't come back to bite you.