YouTube Marks 20th Anniversary by Redefining Television and Empowering Creators

CEO Neal Mohan highlights YouTube's shift to living room screens, creator-driven studios, and AI-powered tools as the platform continues to shape global culture.

YouTube now sees over 1 billion hours of daily viewership on television screens, with TV surpassing mobile as the primary device for U.S. audiences.
Creators are evolving into media entrepreneurs, building professional studios and producing high-quality, long-form content akin to Hollywood productions.
YouTube has become the leading platform for podcasts, integrating video and interactivity to enhance the listening experience.
AI tools, such as auto-dubbing for multilingual accessibility, are expanding creators' global reach and streamlining content production processes.
The platform's innovations, including interactive TV features and second-screen experiences, are reshaping how audiences engage with video content.