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A Look at YouTube 20 Years After Its Launch


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Published in Media and Entertainment on Monday, March 10th 2025 at 16:04 GMT by Movieguide   Print publication without navigation

  • Twenty years after its debut, YouTube has become the premier destination for entertainment, but how did it get here

The article from Movieguide discusses the evolution of YouTube over the past 20 years since its launch in 2005. Initially started by three former PayPal employees, YouTube has grown from a simple platform for sharing videos to a cultural phenomenon with over 2 billion logged-in monthly users. It highlights YouTube's impact on entertainment, education, and social interaction, noting how it has democratized content creation, allowing anyone to become a content creator. The piece also touches on YouTube's role in shaping media consumption habits, its influence on traditional television, and its challenges with content moderation and copyright issues. Additionally, it mentions YouTube's expansion into original content, live streaming, and its integration with other Google services, reflecting on how it has become a central hub for digital video content worldwide.

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