Twitch Will Prevent Kick Streamers from Crashing Future TwitchCons

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Key Takeaways

  • Twitch is investigating harassment incidents at TwitchCon 2024 involving Kick streamers, prioritizing community safety.
  • Top Twitch streamers called on the platform to take action, prompting Twitch to emphasize commitment to attendee safety.
  • Kick CEO acknowledged the incidents and highlighted efforts to improve policies and mentioned several suspended accounts.

As a seasoned gamer with decades of experience under my belt, I’ve witnessed the evolution of gaming culture and its platforms. The recent incidents at TwitchCon 2024 involving Kick streamers have left me both concerned and amused.

At TwitchCon San Diego in September 2024, there have been concerns raised due to several instances of harassment and violent encounters involving Kick streamers. In response to these reports, Twitch has acknowledged that they are actively looking into the situations, demonstrating their dedication to maintaining a secure and nurturing environment for their community during such events.

At TwitchCon 2024 in San Diego, there were several disputes that took place, mainly involving streamers from both Twitch and Kick platforms. A significant incident involved well-known Twitch streamer xQc, who was followed and harassed by a Kick broadcaster at the event, with this person shouting offensive remarks as xQc attempted to leave the area. In another incident, Twitch streamer Erobb had a physical altercation with Kick streamer DariusIRL after Darius accused Erobb of infidelity. These incidents and others caused a heated atmosphere at the convention.

After these occurrences, some leading Twitch broadcasters urged the site to intervene, which prompted a response from Twitch itself. In an interview with Dexerto, Twitch emphasized its dedication to ensuring that TwitchCon is a secure and enjoyable event for everyone involved. The company acknowledged the issues brought up during the event and confirmed they are currently investigating the incidents. They also highlighted their continuous efforts to enhance security, mentioning the presence of a specialized safety team at the event and their close work with local police forces. They reaffirmed that attendee safety is their utmost concern and that measures are being taken to prevent such problems in the future.

Kick CEO Eddie Craven’s Comments on TwitchCon San Diego Incidents

Eddie Craven, our CEO, spoke out on the recent situation through a series of tweets. He recognized the significance of this event for uniting creators across various platforms and expressed gratitude towards Twitch for enabling Kick’s community to take part. Craven made it clear that the actions of a few users do not define the entire platform and mentioned that some accounts were temporarily suspended due to breaches of Kick’s IRL streaming guidelines. Furthermore, he underscored our ongoing dedication to reviewing and enhancing our policies, especially in light of significant events such as TwitchCon.

Although it’s uncertain what measures Twitch might implement to prevent similar occurrences in the future, it’s worth mentioning that Kick emerged as a rival platform. Kick has managed to lure numerous prominent Twitch creators due to its higher payouts and lenient community standards. The controversies surrounding Kick streamers at TwitchCon underscore the potential risks of less stringent moderation, prompting debates about striking a balance between creator liberty and ensuring community security.

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2024-10-02 10:34