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YouTube turns 20!


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Published in Media and Entertainment on Thursday, February 20th 2025 at 2:44 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • YouTube may have started as a place to share home videos, but it has since become a widely successful social media giant and streaming hub. On its 20th birthday, here are a few facts that you probably didn't know about YouTube.

The article from MSN discusses YouTube's 20th anniversary, highlighting its evolution from a simple video-sharing platform to a global cultural phenomenon. Launched on February 14, 2005, by three former PayPal employees, YouTube has transformed how people consume media, offering everything from music videos to educational content, and becoming a launchpad for numerous careers in entertainment. The piece reflects on key milestones like the first video upload, "Me at the zoo," and how YouTube has influenced internet culture, advertising, and content creation. It also touches on the platform's challenges, including copyright issues, content moderation, and its impact on traditional media. The article celebrates YouTube's role in democratizing content creation, allowing anyone with internet access to share their voice, creativity, and stories with the world.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-ph/entertainment/celebrities/youtube-turns-20/vi-AA1zlyXF ]

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