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Steven Asarch


Steven Asarch is an internet culture reporter who lives on Twitch and YouTube. After graduating from Baruch College, he wrote for IBT Media, Newsweek and Insider. In 2021, he executive produced the docu-series “Onision in Real Life” on Discovery +.

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IGN Entertainment’s acquisition of the Gamer Network shows we need a strong gaming press now more than ever

IGN Entertainment acquired the Gamer Network, laying off a number of journalists.

On May 22, 2024 by Steven Asarch

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Streamer Kai Cenat beats one of the hardest video games in a 167-hour marathon

The marathon attracted a lot of attention and even some controversy.

On May 20, 2024 by Steven Asarch

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‘Extremely disappointed’: Creators speak out against non-disparagement clause in Marvel video game contract

‘The contract signs away your right to negatively review the game.’

On May 13, 2024 by Steven Asarch

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How creator Razi Irawani’s ‘Cotton Eye Joe’ remix and a dancing chicken nugget took over TikTok

‘I saw it going mega-viral, and people started tagging me in videos where my face is on a chicken nugget.’

On May 8, 2024 by Steven Asarch

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Kick says it ‘will make mistakes’ amid controversial weekend

‘It’s getting embarrassing here if I’m being honest.’

On May 1, 2024 by Steven Asarch

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Creators accuse Enthusiast Gaming’s Omnia Media of not paying them on time

Omnia Media and its parent company, Enthusiast Gaming, are accused of payment delays.

On Apr 29, 2024 by Steven Asarch

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The Style Theorists are the future of the runway

YouTube channel the Style Theorists is debuting a creator fashion show.

On Apr 24, 2024 by Steven Asarch

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Watcher Entertainment backpedals after subscription model snafu

The group apologized after announcing it was leaving YouTube to launch a subscription streaming service.

On Apr 22, 2024 by Steven Asarch

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‘Warhammer 40,000’ controversy explained: Is the Imperium going woke? 

Even in the 41st millennium, you can’t escape woke discourse.

On Apr 17, 2024 by Steven Asarch

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CBS issues copyright claim on YouTuber’s 38-hour ‘Beverly Hillbillies’ review

YouTuber Quinton Reviews is speaking out about his video being taken down by CBS.

On Apr 15, 2024 by Steven Asarch

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It’s not just you, there are more BetterHelp YouTube ads

The online therapy platform has been aggressively pursuing YouTube sponsorships amid a series of controversies.

On Apr 1, 2024 by Steven Asarch

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Drake Bell promotes video by known conspiracy theorist

‘I think Drake sent me that video to make me doubt his victim.’

On Mar 27, 2024 by Steven Asarch

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Elon Musk only cares about his free speech

A judge ruled Elon Musk’s social platform was ‘punishing’ a nonprofit for its free speech.

On Mar 25, 2024 by Steven Asarch

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Modder claims ‘Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection’ copied their designs

‘It’s essentially stealing at this point.’

On Mar 21, 2024 by Steven Asarch

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Congressman Jeff Jackson turned on TikTok creators, despite being one

The congressman supports legislation that might lead to TikTok’s ban, despite rising to fame on the platform.

On Mar 18, 2024 by Steven Asarch

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