After 10 years, YouTube is going to sunset its popular Trending page — saying that there are better ways for users to find viral videos and “micro-trends” on the platform. First launched in 2015, the ...

YouTube has released its top trending lists for 2024. The roundup includes the top songs, creators, and topics from the year. YouTube Trending is a data-driven report that replaced YouTube Rewind in ...

Comedy creators on YouTube in 2026 are adapting to platform changes that reward quick audience hooks, sustained engagement, and consistent niche focus. The April algorithm update favors videos that ...

Hook-first strategy: Creators are focusing on 1.5–3 second hooks to capture attention before viewers swipe away, often combining visual and verbal cues. Retention is king: Rewatch loops, fast pacing, ...