YouTube has become one of the public’s favorite media to spend a pleasant time in their free time. (Infobae/Jovani Pérez)
Although social networks such as Facebook and Instagram are increasingly betting on videos, the truth is that YouTube It remains the king as it is the second most visited page in the world only behind the Google search engine.
YouTube It has a presence in 104 countries and is available in 80 languagesso it is not surprising that on said platform you can find a BTS video, going through horror videos to educational content on how to solve an equation.
The American platform, created in 2005, has become the largest digital video library in the world and proof of this is that More than 500 hours of content are uploaded to it every minute5 billion videos are viewed every day and profits are estimated at 15 billion dollars per quarter.
Given these figures it could be somewhat difficult to miss the news or the clips that are being the most popular, that is why YouTube It has had various lists since 2018 where you can check the most listened to artists, the most viewed videos and what the trends of the day are in real time.
1. EQUALS
Artist/channel: Quevedo
2. GREAT VIA
Artist/channel: Quevedo
3. KASSANDRA
Artist/channel: Quevedo
4. What would happen…
Artist/channel: Rauw Alejandro and Bad Bunny
5. Khe?
Artist/channel: Rauw Alejandro and Romeo Santos
6. 57
Artist/channel: KAROL G, Feid and DFZM
7. Pending Things
Artist/channel: Maluma
8. He went away
Artist/channel: Rauw Alejandro and Laura Pausini
9. TO-TO
Artist/channel: Karina and Marina, Hugo23 and Sennior
10. DEPORTIVO
Artist/channel: Blessd and Anuel AA
*Various titles may be repeated in the ranking because some may be official videos and others may be song lyrics.
YouTube was launched in February 2005.when three former employees of the Paypal company – Chad Hurley, Steve Chen and Jawed Karim – got together and created it after they experienced difficulty sharing a couple of videos with each other after attending a party.
The domain was activated on February 14, 2005 and almost a month later, on April 23, the first clip was uploaded to the platform called “Me at the Zoo.” It was a matter of time before everyone started uploading content and sharing links through other social networks like MySpace.
One of the big companies that saw the potential of YouTube was the Nike brand, which uploaded an advertisement starring Ronaldinho, which made other large companies turn to YouTube and feel attracted.
Such was the great reception by Internet users of YouTube that by December 2005 the platform went from 50 million visits a day to 250 million views after a channel uploaded the musical clip Lazy Sunday, originally broadcast by Saturday Night Live.
For the following year, in 2006, the site was compared by the internet giant, Google, for a value of 1.65 billion dollars. At that time, 100 million videos were viewed a day and 65 thousand clips were added daily. They also signed agreements with record labels to be able to play music videos.
YouTube was among the most searched topics in 2022. (EFE/Sascha Steinbach)
Since it was launched, YouTube was a site that revolutionized not only the Internet, but also the way users watch content. proof of this the recognition that Time magazine gave it in November 2006 when it was named “Invention of the Year”.
Having become the best means of dissemination, enjoying so much popularity has also put its owners in trouble, such as when to host school fights or where there is bullying, clips related to terrorism, drug trafficking or other topics considered sensitive due to their intimate content or for showing crimes like murders and more.
For the United States one of the more delicate topics is that of school shootings, which is why YouTube has been in the eye of the storm more than once for hosting content filmed by attackers, as was the case with the Virginia Tech massacre, when Cho Seung-Hui, the attacker, He previously uploaded a speech to the facts.
More recently, following the emergence of the coronavirus pandemic, concerns have also been raised about how the platform allows content monetization which can be misleading and risky for the population.
Although not everything is bad, because through this platform many people have been able to be recognized for their talent, as was the case of Susan Boyle, who participated in the Britain’s Got Talent program, whose extract uploaded to YouTube managed to make the woman a complete stranger to one of the most viral, famous and acclaimed people on the internet.
**What are the major ethical concerns surrounding YouTube’s content policies?**
## World Today News Interview: The YouTube Phenomenon
**Introduction:**
Welcome back to World Today News. Today, we’re delving into the world’s second most visited site – YouTube. To help us understand this digital giant, we have with us two experts: [Name Guest 1] and [Name Guest 2].
**Section 1: The Rise of YouTube**
* **Interviewer:** YouTube has become synonymous with online video. What key factors contributed to its meteoric rise to becoming the global platform it is today?
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* **Interviewer:** Many social media platforms now prioritize video content, but YouTube maintains its dominance. What sets YouTube apart?
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* **Interviewer:** YouTube’s origin story is quite fascinating. Could you tell us more about its humble beginnings and the impact of its acquisition by Google?
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**Section 2: Content and Consumption**
* **Interviewer:** The sheer volume of content uploaded to YouTube every minute is staggering. How does this vast library shape the way people consume information and entertainment?
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* **Interviewer:** We’ve seen trends like music videos and “how-to” tutorials thrive on the platform. What other types of content do you see gaining traction on YT, and why?
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* **Interviewer:** YouTube provides insights into trending videos and popular musicians. Do you think these rankings accurately reflect cultural influences or are there limitations to this system?
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**Section 3: Challenges and Responsibility**
* **Interviewer:** YouTube’s popularity hasn’t come without its share of controversy. From misinformation to copyright issues, what are some of the biggest challenges facing the platform?
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* **Interviewer:** YouTube has been criticized for hosting content related to violence, extremism, and harmful misinformation. What steps should platforms like YouTube take to address these concerns while upholding freedom of speech?
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* **Interviewer:** Content monetization on YouTube has created opportunities for creators, but it also raises ethical questions about potentially harmful or misleading content profiting from the system. How can these issues be navigated effectively?
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**Conclusion**
* **Interviewer:** Looking ahead, how do you see the future of YouTube evolving? What exciting possibilities and potential threats lie ahead?
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* **Interviewer:** Thank you both for joining us today and sharing your insights into this dynamic and influential platform.
