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
So you changed from a white tick in a dark grey circle to a very light grey background in the name. Fixing a "problem" that wasn't even as much as an issue as blatant favouritism over the big industry crap that gives you money yet breaks some of the terms of service rules.