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YouTube logo with a speech bubble icon emerging, symbolizing the return of its direct messaging feature after a six-year absence.
Field Tested

YouTube Revives Direct Messaging After Six-Year Hiatus

Six years after unceremoniously ditching its in-app messaging, YouTube is now rolling out a direct messaging feature to 40 countries, a list that includes major players like the US, UK, Brazil, and Si

Dasha Orlova·June 11, 2026
A user interfaces with a holographic display, prompting AI to generate a custom video feed with diverse content.
The Getaway Plan

YouTube AI to Generate Custom Video Feeds in 2026

YouTube users will soon be able to type a prompt like "videos of cats playing jazz music in space" and instantly generate a dedicated, pinnable feed for it, with the feature rolling out in 2026.

Javier Romero·May 28, 2026