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
It sounds like you are saying that people who build their reputation primarily upon YouTube are no longer verified, and that this priviledge is now to be granted to creators known for their work elsewhere. Is this a correct interpretation of your new policy?