币界网报道：YouTube has raised the minimum age requirement for live streaming from 13 to 16 globally, effective immediately. The policy change aims to provide additional protections for younger users on the platform. While the new restriction applies to all live streams, including gaming and other content, pre-recorded videos can still be uploaded by users aged 13 and above. YouTube stated the decision was made after careful consideration of feedback from experts and users, though specific concerns prompting the change weren't disclosed. The platform already requires parental consent for users under 18 to access certain features, and this update further tightens safeguards for teenage users engaging in live content creation. Existing live streamers between 13-15 will need to wait until they turn 16 to continue live streaming, with YouTube planning to notify affected creators about the policy shift.