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YouTube’s view-counting system is flipping its script—starting August 24, a view will count as soon as a video starts playing, not after 30 seconds. While the platform claims this simplifies things for brands and reveals true exposure, creators are freaking out. Big names like Charlie White call it one of YouTube’s worst moves ever, warning it’ll unleash a flood of AI-generated “slop” that could drown out real talent. Critics argue it blurs the line between real and fake engagement, potentially making YouTube less democratic—especially for new animators and artists. But here’s the twist: watch time? Still matters. The real battle isn’t over—it’s just getting uglier.

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