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X launches live video hub and creator payouts to boost streaming

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from Engadget ·

X has introduced a live streaming command center and new creator payout programs to encourage more live video on the platform. The initiative aims to compete with established live-streaming services by offering financial incentives. Details on payout structures and eligibility criteria have not been fully disclosed.

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The move signals X's continued pivot toward video, but success hinges on whether payouts can attract creators away from more mature platforms like Twitch and YouTube.
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