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
Verify is to have official proof that they are the actual channel instead of a reposter, don't change it @TeamYouTube, this will just create anger against you and make many creators frustrated and lose their own confidence, don't make another dumb mistake this year.