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
Literally no one was confused by verification. It allowed creators to be easily identified and prevent people from imitating them. Now you're going to screw over everyone but the biggest celebrities. What the hell Youtube?