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Twitch star Emiru shares thoughts on female streamers copying her style

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TheBurntPeanut controversy grows after viewbotting and cheating claims while top streamers openly defend his rapid rise

TheBurntPeanut faced fresh claims of viewbotting and cheating in early February 2026. Instead of backing down, he addressed the claims live. Streamers xQc, Stable Ronaldo, and Noko publicly defended him using clips, data, and past examples. Their reactions shifted the focus from accusations to how fast growth can naturally happen…

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Streamer Maya Higa calls out bizarre reality of her image turned into a Twitch-wide emote without her approval

Maya Higa was stunned during a February livestream after discovering that an animated laughing emote featuring her face has been widely used across Twitch via 7TV for years. Believing it was limited to her channel, she learned it appears in over 4,000 channels. Though surprised and critical of the emote,…

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TheBurntPeanut’s rapid Twitch rise sparks viewbotting accusations on social media

Twitch streamer TheBurntPeanut is facing accusations of viewbotting following a rapid surge in viewership, with some streams attracting tens of thousands of viewers. Critics point to unusual viewership patterns and low chat activity as evidence, while supporters attribute the growth to successful social media content. The debate continues as no…

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“Seriously unfunny prank call”: Tubbo’s IRL stream turns terrifying after hoax caller triggers armed police response

Twitch streamer Tubbo revealed he was swatted during a live IRL pub crawl stream in Brighton after a false report claimed his friend was carrying a knife and drugs. Police detained and handcuffed the friend before confirming the call was a hoax. Tubbo called it a “seriously unfunny prank” and…

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“Repeatedly hit a crying puppy”: Police honored by PETA after viral Twitch clips lead to animal cruelty arrest

Brookhaven Police arrested Twitch streamer Aspen “AspenKartier” Easterling after viral clips allegedly captured her hitting her three month old puppy during a livestream. The dog was rescued and placed with DeKalb County Animal Services. Following the arrest on animal cruelty charges, PETA announced it will honor the department with a…

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TheBurntPeanut becomes Twitch’s most-watched streamer in January 2026

VTuber TheBurntPeanut has taken Twitch by storm, topping viewership charts in January 2026 with over 11.3 million hours watched. His unique peanut-headed avatar and engaging streams of games like ARC Raiders have propelled him to 1.8 million subscribers, surpassing major streamers and setting a new benchmark for online content creation.

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xQc slams Plaqueboymax after defending Aspen Kartier as animal abuse allegations spark outrage across Twitch community

Felix “xQc” Lengyel strongly criticized Plaqueboymax for supporting Aspen Kartier amid animal abuse allegations. Kartier was accused of harming her puppy during a Twitch stream and was later arrested in Georgia. xQc said animal abuse leaves no room for excuses, sparking wide debate across the streaming community.

The Times of India

Twitch CEO Dan Clancy debuts "Let's Chat" podcast live with Cam Skattebo tomorrow

Twitch CEO Dan Clancy is launching the platform's first podcast, "Let's Chat," with NFL star Cam Skattebo as the inaugural guest. The live show, airing tomorrow, February 4, 2026, will explore how live streaming shapes online culture and creator stories. This initiative aims to foster deeper connections within the Twitch…

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Twitch streamer and Call of Duty legend OpTic Scump welcomes first child with wife Isabelle

Gaming star OpTic Scump, real name Seth Abner, and his wife Isabelle joyfully welcomed their first child, baby boy Jack Jordan Abner, on January 29, 2026. The couple, married since 2023, shared their excitement with fans, who have flooded social media with congratulations. This marks a significant new chapter for…

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Hasan Piker back on Twitch as platform shortens suspension to three days

Hasan Piker, also known as HasanAbi, has returned to Twitch after a three-day suspension, reduced from seven days following an appeal. While Twitch hasn't officially confirmed the reason, reports suggest it stemmed from his use of the phrase "Zionist-pigs." During his ban, Piker continued streaming on YouTube, attracting significant viewership…

The Times of India

“No rigged comment”: PlaqueBoyMax breaks silence on Grammy loss during candid Twitch stream

PlaqueBoyMax missed out on a Grammy win at his first nomination but quickly addressed the loss on Twitch with a calm response. Nominated for “Victory Lap,” the streamer turned artist accepted the result without complaint and urged fans to stay focused on future opportunities. His nomination still marked a historic…

The Times of India

Twitch streamer PlaqueBoyMax opens up about lust addiction and quitting weed

The Times of India

“A class traitor”: HasanAbi faces backlash after heated exchange with Nick Fuentes following Twitch ban

Political streamer HasanAbi faced online backlash after a heated social media exchange with far-right activist Nick Fuentes following his seventh ban from Twitch. The clash featured personal insults and ideological accusations, drawing criticism from users and fellow streamer Destiny, who questioned HasanAbi’s credibility and motives amid the escalating controversy.

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Twitch streamer Aspen Kartier arrested on animal cruelty charge after viral dog video

Twitch streamer Aspen Kartier, also known as Aspen Easterling, was arrested and charged with animal cruelty after a video surfaced showing her handling her puppy roughly during a livestream. The 19-year-old was taken into custody following multiple public complaints and an investigation. Her three-month-old Maltipoo puppy was found in good…

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“Horrified by the video”: PETA responds to disturbing dog abuse claims involving Twitch streamer Aspen Kartier

PETA responded forcefully after Aspen Kartier faced dog abuse allegations that led Twitch to mark her channel as temporarily unavailable. Viral clips sparked outrage, prompting PETA to urge authorities to investigate, prosecute if warranted, and ensure the dog is removed to a safe, loving home.

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HasanAbi to stream on YouTube following Twitch suspension

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Streamer Pokelawls calls out Emiru for staying silent on Tectone and Lacari allegations

Twitch streamer Pokelawls has sparked debate by questioning why Emiru has faced no backlash for her silence on controversies surrounding Tectone and Lacari. Despite past collaborations, Emiru, an OTK member, has not publicly addressed allegations against Tectone or Lacari's streaming incident, leading to discussions about accountability and double standards in…

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This huge Fallout game is free for a week ahead of the TV show's Season 2 finale — Bethesda advertised it with Twitch star Shroud in a new commercial

Bethesda has made Fallout 76 free to play across all platforms for a week, and advertised the series' games with a new commercial that stars Shroud.

The Times of India

Twitch streamer Duke Dennis says streaming beats 9-to-5 jobs after claiming huge earnings

The Times of India

Aspen Kartier twitch ban explained after disturbing clip goes viral

Twitch streamer Aspen Kartier has been banned from the platform following a viral video that captured concerning audio of her dog yelping repeatedly. Viewers interpreted the sounds as evidence of animal cruelty, leading to widespread backlash. The ban occurred after the disturbing clip circulated online, impacting her burgeoning content creation…

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Arc Raiders player recycles 109 Venator 4s live on Twitch after an accidental nerf in the Headwinds update, only for Embark to reverse it

"This was not an intentional change"

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Pokémon reveals what AI still gets wrong — here’s what I found

Some AI systems are meeting their match when attempting to beat classic Pokémon games, which proves how good the series is at testing (and stumping) AI

The Times of India

Twitch Streamer Pokimane responds to ‘socialist billionaire’ comment, viewer removed from chat

The Times of India

“I’m a really ugly guy”: Asmongold sparks debate after claiming women only talked to him because of clout

Asmongold said women rarely spoke to him while growing up and only showed interest after he became a popular Twitch streamer. Discussing “looksmaxxing,” he argued that changing his appearance would not matter and that fame altered how people treated him. He added that the attention tied to popularity is not…

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