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Ninja announced his return to Twitch last week, and he’s on track to pick up right where he left off. We look back at his year on Mixer and how the streaming landscape changed as a result. Plus, what’s his decision say about the state of live-streaming on YouTube? Twitch also launched the beta for its new esports tool, but the jury’s out on what this actually means for the esports ecosystem. And could Facebook be the next big player in live music, or is Twitch too entrenched?The Roundup is StreamKick’s weekly collection of all the top news from the world of live-streaming.You can catch this week's Roundup here - https://blog.streamkick.com/2020/09/14/the-roundup-week-201This Week’s Top Stories- https://www.espn.com/esports/story/_/id/29852853/ninja-officially-returns-twitch- https://www.theverge.com/2020/9/9/21428816/twitch-esports-tools-closed-beta-versus- https://www.nme.com/news/music/new-facebook-rules-prevent-bands-livestreaming-gigs-sharing-music-2751402Stay connected with the StreamKick community:StreamKick - https://streamkick.com  Twitter - https://twitter.com/streamkickpodDiscord - https://discord.gg/N2vSXKYFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/3041749079201448YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLpUa34uObPaizinIBgM9XweFuse - https://efuse.gg/u/streamkick  Check out RoboKast on:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/robokastgamingTwitter - https://twitter.com/robokastCheck out Ace on:Twitter - https://twitter.com/aceaspires

Amazon Music and Twitch came together this week in the best way possible - creating a new discovery path for musicians and giving fans an entirely new way to engage with their favorite artists. Will the impact be bigger for Twitch or for Amazon Music? And why did Twitch Sings have to die for this to happen? Vince McMahon of the WWE has prohibited his performers from live-streaming on third-party platforms, citing damage to the company’s brand. Does the WWE see something we don’t, or is it being shortsighted here? And Australia is squaring off against Google and Facebook in a showdown that could have far-reaching implications for content creators everywhere!The Roundup is StreamKick’s weekly collection of all the top news from the world of live-streaming.You can catch this week's Roundup here - https://blog.streamkick.com/2020/09/07/the-roundup-week-200This Week’s Top Stories- https://mumbrella.com.au/amazon-music-and-twitch-announce-partnership-641764- https://www.dexerto.com/entertainment/wrestlers-hit-back-after-wwe-tries-to-stop-them-streaming-on-twitch-1415635- https://www.theguardian.com/media/2020/aug/18/google-urges-youtubers-around-the-world-to-swamp-accc-with-complaints-about-australias-news-codeStay connected with the StreamKick community:StreamKick - https://streamkick.com  Twitter - https://twitter.com/streamkickpodDiscord - https://discord.gg/N2vSXKYFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/3041749079201448YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLpUa34uObPaizinIBgM9XweFuse - https://efuse.gg/u/streamkick Rate & Review:https://streamkick.com/t/streamkickCheck out RoboKast on:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/robokastgamingTwitter - https://twitter.com/robokastCheck out Ace on:Twitter - https://twitter.com/aceaspires Check out Kent Ward on:Twitter - https://twitter.com/FistoftheMFK Web - www.ongakuoverdrive.comTwitch - https://www.twitch.tv/OngakuOverdrive

Riot Games and Spotify have joined forces in a partnership that brings esports and the power of audio together in an exciting new way. Will viewers become listeners and vice versa, or are we already experiencing content overload? The July numbers are in, and Facebook Gaming just had its best month ever. Meanwhile, at Twitch, non-gaming content is picking up the slack as the top gaming titles slip, making way for categories like Art and Music to have their turn. And the Call of Duty Cold War event was exactly what we didn’t know we needed. Bring on the commies!The Roundup is StreamKick’s weekly collection of all the top news from the world of live-streaming.You can catch this week's Roundup here - https://blog.streamkick.com/2020/08/31/the-roundup-week-199This Week’s Top Stories- https://dotesports.com/league-of-legends/news/riot-reveals-multiyear-partnership-with-spotify- https://www.theverge.com/2020/8/24/21395821/twitch-just-chatting-music-creative-streams-growth- https://www.washingtonpost.com/video-games/2020/08/26/call-duty-warzone-event-delivers-sweaty-quest-new-black-ops-cold-war-trailer/Stay connected with the StreamKick community:StreamKick - https://streamkick.com  Twitter - https://twitter.com/streamkickpodDiscord - https://discord.gg/N2vSXKYFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/3041749079201448YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLpUa34uObPaizinIBgM9XweFuse - https://efuse.gg/u/streamkick Rate & Review:https://streamkick.com/t/streamkick  Check out RoboKast on:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/robokastgamingTwitter - https://twitter.com/robokastCheck out Ace on:Twitter - https://twitter.com/aceaspires

Fall Guys has rocketed to the top of the Twitch directory, displacing the long-time king, League of Legends. What’s driving that popularity and, more importantly, can Fall Guys displace the top five Twitch syndicate? Burger King thought it was being clever this week with a new ad campaign targeting streamers. Streamers aren’t too happy, but it could be one of the best executed ad campaigns we’ve seen all year. And the crew is split on Twitch’s new awards show event. Sure it’s different, but is it just a lot of hype for nothing?The Roundup is StreamKick’s weekly collection of all the top news from the world of live-streaming.You can catch this week's Roundup here - https://blog.streamkick.com/2020/08/24/the-roundup-week-198This Week’s Top Stories- https://www.dailyesports.gg/fall-guys-dethrones-league-of-legends-as-most-watched-game-on-twitch/- https://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2020-08-21-burger-kings-ad-agency-frustrates-twitch-streamers-with-predatory-text-to-speech-marketing-stunt- https://www.tubefilter.com/2020/08/20/twitch-chat-choice-awards-2020/  Stay connected with the StreamKick community:StreamKick - https://streamkick.com  Twitter - https://twitter.com/streamkickpodDiscord - https://discord.gg/N2vSXKYFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/3041749079201448YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLpUa34uObPaizinIBgM9XweFuse - https://efuse.gg/u/streamkick Rate & Review:https://streamkick.com/t/streamkick  Check out RoboKast on:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/robokastgamingTwitter - https://twitter.com/robokastCheck out Ace on:Twitter - https://twitter.com/aceaspires

In an effort to appeal to a “broader audience”, Amazon made the call this week to rebrand Twitch Prime to Prime Gaming, and promises to deliver more family-friendly content in the process. We’ll see how that shakes out. Epic Games decided to invite Apple and Google to the biggest battle royale match ever, as the three companies are fighting to the finish over how gamers can purchase in-game content in mobile games like Fortnite. And the music industry isn’t done with Twitch just yet. One association is going after Jeff Bezos directly, and demanding that he take responsibility for improving copyright issues on Twitch.The Roundup is StreamKick’s weekly collection of all the top news from the world of live-streaming.You can catch this week's Roundup here - https://blog.streamkick.com/2020/08/17/the-roundup-week-197This Week’s Top Stories- https://www.washingtonpost.com/video-games/2020/08/10/amazon-is-re-branding-twitch-prime-prime-gaming/- https://dotesports.com/fortnite/news/fortnite-mobile-no-longer-appearing-in-apple-store-following-payment-feud- https://variety.com/2020/digital/news/ara-artists-twitch-music-licensing-amazon-jeff-bezos-1234730350/Stay connected with the StreamKick community:StreamKick - https://streamkick.comTwitter - https://twitter.com/streamkickpodDiscord - https://discord.gg/N2vSXKYInstagram - https://instagram.com/streamkickpodFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/3041749079201448YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLpUa34uObPaizinIBgM9XweFuse - https://efuse.gg/u/streamkick Check out RoboKast on:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/robokastgamingTwitter - https://twitter.com/robokastCheck out Ace on:Twitter - https://twitter.com/aceaspires

Streaming, gaming, and esports were already hugely popular going into 2020, with massive year over year viewership growth, more interest from brands and advertisers than ever before, and a promising pipeline of new titles set to debut. Add in a global pandemic to kick off the new year, and this industry is in a place few could have imagined at the beginning of the year. With an ecosystem that’s already heavily fragmented, there’s never been a more pressing need for cohesion and unity among all participants. That’s where eFuse comes in. We spoke candidly with eFuse founder and CEO Matthew Benson about his start, the vision and mission of eFuse, and how he sees his platform playing the part of that unifying force in our industry.Connect with Matt:eFuse - https://efuse.gg/u/mjbTwitter - https://twitter.com/mjb_OHStay connected with the StreamKick community:StreamKick - https://streamkick.comTwitter - https://twitter.com/streamkickpodDiscord - https://discord.gg/N2vSXKYInstagram - https://instagram.com/streamkickpodFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/3041749079201448YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLpUa34uObPaizinIBgM9Xw Check out Ace on:Twitter - https://twitter.com/aceaspires

Streamlabs announced this week it was pushing a feature that would allow streaming to multiple platforms simultaneously. But as platforms like Twitch and YouTube make it easier to go live, is Streamlabs differentiating enough to remain relevant? Trump’s campaign against China reached a critical point this week, which could have dire consequences for game developers and streamers alike. And Chipotle is showing others sponsors how it’s done, with a gaming burrito every Tony Hawk fan is sure to love.The Roundup is StreamKick’s weekly collection of all the top news from the world of live-streaming.You can catch this week's Roundup here - https://blog.streamkick.com/2020/08/10/the-roundup-week-196This Week’s Top Stories- https://www.windowscentral.com/streamlabs-announces-multistream-feature-broadcast-all-platforms- https://dotesports.com/general/news/president-trump-to-ban-tencent-transactions-in-united-states-in-45-days- https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/chipotle-free-tony-hawk-pro-skater-1-2-demo-code/Stay connected with the StreamKick community:StreamKick - https://streamkick.comTwitter - https://twitter.com/streamkickpodDiscord - https://discord.gg/N2vSXKYInstagram - https://instagram.com/streamkickpodFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/3041749079201448YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLpUa34uObPaizinIBgM9XweFuse - https://efuse.gg/u/streamkick  Check out RoboKast on:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/robokastgamingTwitter - https://twitter.com/robokastCheck out Ace on:Twitter - https://twitter.com/aceaspires

Is any streamer really worth $30M to a platform? What about $10M? On this special episode, we sat down with Trent Murray, writer for the Esports Observer, and dove deep into how streaming platforms like Twitch, YouTube, and Facebook Gaming can better leverage their most valuable asset - their content creators. Additionally, what can streamers do to create meaningful engagements with their audiences and what is it about that interaction that keeps Trent and others coming back day after day? A thoughtful and insightful conversation with someone tracking every movement in the industry - and a must-listen episode!Connect with Trent:Esports Observer: https://esportsobserver.com/author/trent-murray/Twitter: https://twitter.com/trent_esportsStay connected with the StreamKick community:StreamKick - https://streamkick.comTwitter - https://twitter.com/streamkickpodDiscord - https://discord.gg/N2vSXKYInstagram - https://instagram.com/streamkickpodFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/3041749079201448YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLpUa34uObPaizinIBgM9XwCheck out Ace on:Twitter - https://twitter.com/aceaspires

Google Stadia began very limited testing this week on what may be the dream convergence of live-streaming and gaming, potentially giving YouTube and Google a massive competitive advantage. Chess is just the latest to benefit from the Coronavirus pandemic, with big name streamers and content creators giving the classic a big boost across several platforms. What lessons can game publishers and streamers take away from chess’s meteoric rise? And with August officially the month of Music on Twitch, will there be future opportunities for other genres and creators to enjoy the same level of exposure on the platform? We dive deep on these stories with the hard hitting insights you expect from The StreamKick Podcast!The Roundup is StreamKick’s weekly collection of all the top news from the world of live-streaming.You can catch this week's Roundup here - https://blog.streamkick.com/2020/08/03/the-roundup-week-195This Week’s Top Stories- https://9to5google.com/2020/07/30/google-stadia-begins-limited-test-of-youtube-live-streaming-crowd-play/- https://www.insider.com/online-chess-has-surged-during-quarantine-on-platforms-like-twitch-2020-7- https://blog.twitch.tv/en/2020/07/31/celebrate-the-first-ever-music-month-on-twitch/Stay connected with the StreamKick community:StreamKick - https://streamkick.comTwitter - https://twitter.com/streamkickpodDiscord - https://discord.gg/N2vSXKYInstagram - https://instagram.com/streamkickpodFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/3041749079201448YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLpUa34uObPaizinIBgM9Xw Check out RoboKast on:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/robokastgamingTwitter - https://twitter.com/robokastCheck out Ace on:Twitter - https://twitter.com/aceaspires

Ask almost anyone what makes for compelling and engaging content and you’re sure to be told “authenticity”. Alexy Posner proves that being authentic is easy when it’s second-nature, and she’s built her talent management agency with this at its core. She sat down with the team to discuss the parallels between professional sports, talent management, and building a live-streaming brand. Everything from the practice of continuous improvement and proper considerations for when content creators transition to professional management. This chat with a leading professional in brand-building and talent management is, by far, one of the best episodes yet!Stay connected with the StreamKick community:StreamKick - https://streamkick.comTwitter - https://twitter.com/streamkickpodDiscord - https://discord.gg/N2vSXKYInstagram - https://instagram.com/streamkickpodFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/3041749079201448YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLpUa34uObPaizinIBgM9Xw Catch up with Alexy Posner on:Web - https://www.apbrandgroup.com/Twitter - https://twitter.com/alexyposnerInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/alexyposner/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexy-posner-2b628764/Check out Ace on:Twitter - https://twitter.com/aceaspires

The second quarter stats for the live-streaming industry came out this week and Twitch and Facebook were the big winners. The top categories reflect the sentiment of a society that’s coping with a global pandemic, as Just Chatting and Music were two of the biggest movers overall. Twitch has formally welcomed traditional sports while also inking an exclusive streaming deal with Logic - the first deal of its kind for the platform. We analyze what all of this could mean for the industry as 2020 carries on and streaming enjoys its best year ever!The Roundup is StreamKick’s weekly collection of all the top news from the world of live-streaming.You can catch this week's Roundup here - https://blog.streamkick.com/2020/07/27/the-roundup-week-194This Week’s Top Stories- https://esportsobserver.com/streamelements-report-q22020/- https://www.esportznetwork.com/twitch-sports-category-launched-with-success/- https://www.theverge.com/2020/7/20/21327589/logic-twitch-signing-deal-exclusive-partnershipStay connected with the StreamKick community:StreamKick - https://streamkick.comTwitter - https://twitter.com/streamkickpodDiscord - https://discord.gg/N2vSXKYInstagram - https://instagram.com/streamkickpodFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/3041749079201448YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLpUa34uObPaizinIBgM9Xw Check out RoboKast on:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/robokastgamingTwitter - https://twitter.com/robokastCheck out Ace on:Twitter - https://twitter.com/aceaspires

Twitch and Phatoml0rd are set to square off in California court this October in a case that could have resounding implications for the streaming industry. One of the top agencies representing streamers and content creators folded this week, leaving hundreds of streamers potentially looking for new representation. And Twitch has teamed up with Amazon Music on a new weekly live show, in an effort to promote lesser known artists on the platform. Plus, we kick off an international manhunt in search of our co-host Ace, only to find out he just fell down and got hurt.The Roundup is StreamKick’s weekly collection of all the top news from the world of live-streaming.You can catch this week's Roundup here - https://blog.streamkick.com/2020/07/20/the-roundup-week-193This Week’s Top Stories- https://dotesports.com/streaming/news/phantoml0rds-court-case-against-twitch-set-for-october- https://bleedingcool.com/games/online-performers-group-officially-shuts-down-after-mass-exodus/- https://musically.com/2020/07/15/twitch-set-for-multi-week-run-of-amazon-music-sessions/Stay connected with the StreamKick community:StreamKick - https://streamkick.compodTwitter - https://twitter.com/streamkickpodDiscord - https://discord.gg/N2vSXKYInstagram - https://instagram.com/streamkickFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/3041749079201448YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLpUa34uObPaizinIBgM9Xw Check out RoboKast on:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/robokastgamingTwitter - https://twitter.com/robokast

As streaming platform Mixer moves ever closer to its final sunset, streamers on the platform have jumped ship and chosen new permanent homes. We caught up with four former Mixer content creators and discussed their experience with the platform. What Mixer did well, what it didn't, why they chose Mixer in the first place, what they’ll miss the most and, most importantly, where are they headed now? From revisiting “old” platforms to writing cyberpunk novels and mastering 3D modeling, this eclectic group covers the gamut of entertainment and content creation.This Week’s Headlines- This week’s Roundup: https://blog.streamkick.com/2020/07/14/the-roundup-week-192 - Caffeine closes $113M funding round- Ninja chooses YouTube as new streaming homeStay connected with the StreamKick community:StreamKick - https://streamkick.comTwitter - https://twitter.com/streamkickDiscord - https://discord.gg/N2vSXKYInstagram - https://instagram.com/streamkickFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/3041749079201448YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLpUa34uObPaizinIBgM9Xw Check out RoboKast on:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/robokastgamingTwitter - https://twitter.com/robokastCatch Ace on:Twitter - https://twitter.com/aceaspiresFind JayVersluis at:Twitter - https://twitter.com/versluis Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/wpguruYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/thewpguruFind Mixtopher at:Twitter - https://twitter.com/mixtopherYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmmqbZGilmAdJAj7fKylqeAWeb - https://mixtopher.tv/Find Mikhailov1 at:Twitter - https://twitter.com/Mikhailov1Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/Mikhailov1Find xLikeABoxx at:Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/likeaboxxTwitter - https://twitter.com/LikeABoxGaming

With 1.2M subscribers, MeLikeBigBoom is one of the most popular VR game YouTubers on the platform. Our discussion ranges from choice of content, adapting to changing tastes and preferences, audience engagement, and the importance of authenticity. MeLikeBigBoom takes us back to how it started for him, where he finds motivation to keep going, and how he’s currently adapting his method to tackle live-streaming. Most definitely, the best StreamKick Podcast yet!Check out MeLikeBigBoom on:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MeLikeBigBoomTwitter:  https://twitter.com/xmelikebigboomx/Twitch:  https://www.twitch.tv/melikebigboom/Stay connected with the StreamKick community:StreamKick:  https://streamkick.comTwitter:  https://twitter.com/streamkickDiscord:  https://discord.gg/N2vSXKYInstagram:  https://instagram.com/streamkickFacebook:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/3041749079201448YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLpUa34uObPaizinIBgM9Xw Check out RoboKast on:YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/user/robokastgamingTwitter:  https://twitter.com/robokast

DrDisRespect was banned permanently from Twitch without a word from Twitch or The Doc as to why. Rumors are circulating throughout the community and the silence from those involved is only fueling speculation. While this is certainly disruptive to The Doc’s brand and image, what about his fans, followers, and subscribers? What does a loyal viewer do when their favorite streamer disappears overnight? And what does this signal to streamers about diversifying their content and distribution? We explore this, Ninja and Shroud’s new free agency now that Mixer is RIP, and we dive into the details of a $25M lawsuit Twitch is facing in California court.The Roundup is StreamKick’s weekly collection of all the top news from the world of live-streaming.You can catch this week's Roundup here - https://blog.streamkick.com/2020/06/29/the-roundup-week-190This Week's Headlines- Massive talent hole opens at Twitch after DrDisrespect is permanently banned - https://www.theverge.com/2020/6/26/21304907/dr-disrespect-twitch-ban-no-reason-given- Ninja and Shroud opt out of Facebook transition, becoming free agents -https://dotesports.com/streaming/news/ninja-and-shroud-reportedly-opted-out-of-negotiations-with-facebook-and-are-free-to-make-a-deal-with-other-platforms- Twitch facing $25M lawsuit over claim of sexually suggestive content - https://www.dexerto.com/general/twitch-sued-for-25m-over-suggestive-streamers-alinity-pokimane-more-1384008Stay connected with the StreamKick community:StreamKick - https://streamkick.comTwitter - https://twitter.com/streamkickpodDiscord - https://discord.gg/N2vSXKYInstagram - https://instagram.com/streamkickFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/3041749079201448YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLpUa34uObPaizinIBgM9Xw Check out Ace on:Twitter - https://twitter.com/aceaspires 

What’s it take today to find success on YouTube? Is the platform too saturated for new content creators to stand out? How do you balance content you want to make versus the content your audience demands? How viable is YouTube as a channel for streamers to grow their reach? StreamKick Podcast co-host and resident YouTube expert RoboKast takes us back to what inspired him to first create his channel, and through his journey on the platform as he and his channel have evolved over time. Robo shares insights he’s picked up along the way, including advice for aspiring YouTubers in a way that only Robo can. A must-listen for anyone giving YouTube serious consideration.And be sure to hit up Robo’s channel in the link below!Connect with the StreamKick community:StreamKick - https://streamkick.comTwitter - https://twitter.com/streamkickpodDiscord - https://discord.gg/N2vSXKYInstagram - https://instagram.com/streamkickpodFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/3041749079201448YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLpUa34uObPaizinIBgM9XwCheck out RoboKast on:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/robokastgamingTwitter - https://twitter.com/robokastMedium - https://medium.com/@tannerpapy

What is “nerd music”? How did the fighting games esport scene develop and how is it different from other esports genres? The living nerd music encyclopedia himself, Kent Ward, joins the StreamKick squad for a deep dive into these questions and more. Kent takes us on a journey through the history of how the nerd music scene developed, who are some of the top acts of yesterday and today, how the CEO Fighting Game Championship came to be, and what’s in store for both 2020 trudges on. This is, by far, the best StreamKick Podcast yet!Stay connected with the StreamKick community:StreamKick - https://streamkick.comTwitter - https://twitter.com/streamkickpodDiscord - https://discord.gg/N2vSXKYInstagram - https://instagram.com/streamkickpodFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/3041749079201448YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLpUa34uObPaizinIBgM9Xw Check out Kent at:Podcast: https://directory.libsyn.com/shows/view/id/nmmpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/FistoftheMFKOngaku Overdrive: https://twitch.tv/ongakuoverdrive Check out RoboKast on:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/robokastgamingTwitter - https://twitter.com/robokastCheck out Ace on:Twitter - https://twitter.com/aceaspires

RIP Mixer. What started as an indy rival to industry behemoth Twitch, was later acquired by tech titan Microsoft, and what gave hope to many looking to build a community at the ground level with hopes of breaking out, is no more. It was announced on June 22 that Mixer would be shutting down, and its streamers would be welcome to transition over to Facebook Gaming. Top tier talent like Shroud and Ninja became free agents over night while many others suddenly found themselves faced with a difficult decision - where to call home?The StreamKick team tackles the news head on, just hours after the first word broke. What does this mean for Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch? Could Microsoft have handled this better? Who will be the real winners and losers as the story continues to unfold? All this, plus the birth of competitive VALORANT leagues and what it means to the esports ecosystem.Stories- https://blog.mixer.com/2020/06/22/the-next-step-for-mixer/- https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2020/06/22/bringing-more-players-into-our-gaming-vision/- https://dotesports.com/streaming/news/ninja-and-shroud-reportedly-opted-out-of-negotiations-with-facebook-and-are-free-to-make-a-deal-with-other-platforms- https://esportsinsider.com/2020/06/valorant-ignition-series/Stay connected with the StreamKick community:StreamKick - https://streamkick.comTwitter - https://twitter.com/streamkickpodDiscord - https://discord.gg/N2vSXKYInstagram - https://instagram.com/streamkickpodFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/3041749079201448YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLpUa34uObPaizinIBgM9XwCheck out RoboKast on:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/robokastgamingTwitter - https://twitter.com/robokastCheck out Ace on:Twitter - https://twitter.com/aceaspires

We learned this week that the COVID-19 pandemic nearly doubled the number of active streamers on Twitch, pushing the total well above 7M. However, with record-setting growth comes massive responsibility, and the reaper came calling this week. Streamers have been hit with waves of copyright claims forcing Twitch to take action to protect its most valuable asset - its content creators. Nevertheless, Escape from Tarkov rocketed to the top of the directory with an aggressive new Drops campaign, proving the way to viewers’ hearts is through rare in-game loot.The Roundup is StreamKick’s weekly collection of all the top news from the world of live-streaming.You can catch this week's Roundup here - https://blog.streamkick.com/2020/06/15/the-roundup-week-188Headlines- Twitch is scrambling to save its streamers from DMCA penalties over copyrighted music- Total active Twitch streamers has nearly doubled thanks to COVID-19- New Twitch Drops campaign sends Escape from Tarkov viewership soaring- Mixer mobile app updates improve clips functionality and chat moderation- Twitch and the Golden Guardians renew strategic partnership- Team Liquid extends streaming deal with Chinese platform HUYAStay connected with the StreamKick community:StreamKick - https://streamkick.comTwitter - https://twitter.com/streamkickpodDiscord - https://discord.gg/N2vSXKYInstagram - https://instagram.com/streamkickpodFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/3041749079201448YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLpUa34uObPaizinIBgM9XwCheck out RoboKast on:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/robokastgamingTwitter - https://twitter.com/robokastCheck out Ace on:Twitter - https://twitter.com/aceaspires

The push for growth in live-streaming can be a grueling, exhausting, and potentially unhealthy quest for many streamers. On platforms like Twitch, Mixer, and Facebook Gaming, streamers are competing for a bigger slice of the viewership pie every day, and every day brings more streamers to these platforms. Along the way, streamers will forego breaks, overexert themselves to complete frivolous marathon streams, and make decisions about streaming habits that could have long-term channel and health implications.Variety Twitch streamer Velokk_TV joins the StreamKick team as a special guest on a very special episode, where we explore best practices for healthy streaming and content creation. From 24 hour streams to choosing between single-game and variety streaming, it’s a must-listen episode for streamers struggling to discover sustainable growth.Supporting ArticlesMarathon stream Prep- https://golightstream.com/how-to-prepare-for-24-hour-stream/- https://theemergence.co.uk/how-to-succeed-with-a-24-hour-live-stream/ Marathon stream cautionary tale- https://www.seattletimes.com/nation-world/gamer-dies-while-attempting-24-hour-stream-for-charity/ What to expect from a marathon stream- https://sullygnome.com/articles/24HourStreamsPart1 How streamers are punished for taking breaks, and for note taking breaks- https://www.dexerto.com/entertainment/tyler1-reveals-huge-number-of-twitch-subs-he-lost-during-streaming-break-1373985- https://kotaku.com/facing-burnout-stress-and-health-issues-top-twitch-s-1839305834- https://www.vg247.com/2018/06/14/twitch-ninja-lost-40000-subscribers-fortnite-tournament/- https://www.kotaku.com.au/2017/02/trying-to-make-it-as-a-twitch-streamer-almost-killed-me/ Single-game vs. variety streaming- https://medium.com/@streamedgeanalytics/the-pros-and-cons-of-single-game-vs-variety-streaming-844eb9b5c73d- https://blog.lvlupdojo.com/specialist-vs-variety-the-truth-you-dont-want-to-hear-5578d72b1059Stay connected with the StreamKick community:StreamKick - https://streamkick.comTwitter - https://twitter.com/streamkickDiscord - https://discord.gg/N2vSXKYInstagram - https://instagram.com/streamkickFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/3041749079201448YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLpUa34uObPaizinIBgM9XwCheck out RoboKast on:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/robokastgamingTwitter - https://twitter.com/robokast Check out Ace on:Twitter - https://twitter.com/aceaspires Check out Velokk_TV on:Twitter - https://twitter.com/Velokk_TVTwitch - https://twitch.tv/velokk_tvStreamKey Podcast - https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/trugaming/stream-key-podcast