YouTube celebrates 20th anniversary

Spread the love


YouTube, the world’s largest video platform, marks its 20th anniversary today. Launched on February 14, 2005, by former PayPal employees Steve Chen, Chad Hurley, and Jawed Karim, the platform has grown beyond what its creators originally envisioned.

The ability to upload videos was introduced in April 2005, with the first-ever clip titled Me at the zoo. This 19-second video, featuring Karim at the San Diego Zoo, has since amassed over 348 million views. Over the past two decades, YouTube has expanded into a global powerhouse in digital media.

“YouTube was created by tech enthusiasts. Today, it is the world’s largest digital video service in terms of watch time and ad revenue. It’s an absolute giant,” said Ross Benes, an analyst at eMarketer.

Last year, YouTube recorded over 2.5 billion viewers worldwide, with its music and premium subscription services surpassing 100 million users. According to Google, users collectively watch more than a billion hours of YouTube content daily—just on television screens.

YouTube’s breakthrough came from challenging traditional television giants without the need for costly studios or large-scale productions. Instead, content is created and uploaded by users. The platform hosts everything from concert performances and political campaign ads to tutorials and much more. Google reports that over 500 hours of video are uploaded to YouTube every minute.

A pivotal moment in YouTube’s history was its acquisition by Google in 2006 for $1.65 billion in stock. By combining its expertise in search and advertising with YouTube’s video-sharing capabilities, Google developed a highly successful revenue-sharing model. Analysts predict that within two years, YouTube will surpass all cable TV services in the U.S. in the number of paid subscribers.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

TECH

Netflix to Begin Streaming Live NASA Missions

Spread the love

Spread the loveIn a surprising twist, Netflix is set to broaden its content lineup by including live broadcasts of NASA space missions. Thanks to a newly forged partnership between Netflix and NASA, the United States space agency, viewers will soon be able to catch live streams from NASA+ right on the popular streaming platform. Since […]

Read More
TECH

Meta introduces next-generation AI glasses

Spread the love

Spread the loveIn collaboration with Oakley, Meta has rolled out an exciting new line of smart glasses tailored for both athletes and fans. The inaugural model, the Oakley Meta HSTN, seamlessly combines Oakley’s iconic style with Meta’s innovative AI technology, resulting in a device that’s not just practical but also stylish. This launch is part […]

Read More
TECH

The iPhone 17 Is Coming and It’s Getting a Bold New Look

Spread the love

Spread the loveApple is getting ready to launch the iPhone 17 this fall, probably in September 2025. While we can expect some performance upgrades, it’s the new look that’s really catching people’s attention. According to trusted insider Majin Bu, Apple is currently testing out two eye-catching color options: purple and green. Both colors are in […]

Read More