Twitch Introduces “Pools, Hot Tubs, and Beaches” Category to Address Attractive Streamer Controversy
Twitch has responded to the surge of attractive women wearing bikinis in hot tubs on its platform by creating a new category called “Pools, Hot Tubs, and Beaches.” This move comes as a way to address the overwhelming presence of this content in the “Just Chatting” section.
Twitch’s Statement on the “Hot Tub Meta”
Concerns have been raised about these hot tub streamers bypassing Twitch’s rules on “nudity and attire” and “sexually suggestive content.” Twitch addressed these concerns by acknowledging that their rules were not clear enough and that they intended to draw a line on content that is explicitly sexually suggestive. Twitch also announced that it will update its policies on sexually suggestive content in the near future.
Twitch’s Response to Ad Disappearing Controversy
Twitch commented on the issue of ads disappearing from creators’ channels, stating that advertisers have the power to decide where and when their ads appear. In some cases, advertisers may request the suspension of advertising on certain channels. Twitch is working with individual creators to address their specific situations.
Streamer Amouranth’s Experience with Twitch
Popular streamer Amouranth recently lost ads on her channel and claims that Twitch did not contact her at all regarding this issue.
Twitch’s new category, “Pools, Hot Tubs, and Beaches,” allows streamers to broadcast content as long as they adhere to Twitch’s guidelines on appropriate swimwear. Twitch acknowledges that not everyone will be satisfied with these changes and is actively exploring long-term solutions to enhance its “brand targeting capabilities.”
More information about the “Pools, Hot Tubs, and Beaches” category can be found in Twitch’s help section.