YouTube updates Shorts to make it even more like TikTok
YouTube is updating its Shorts platform with features that mirror TikTok, including a 'clear screen' mode and a heart-shaped like button. The platform is also introducing 2x playback speed and removing the dislike button to encourage more positive user engagement.
Why it matters
These changes highlight the intense competition between major social media platforms to standardize short-form video features and retain user attention.
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