YouTube has started adding ‘New’ labels to Shorts that have recently been uploaded. When searching for content, some Shorts may display a small label at the top left with the word 'New' in white text on a black background.

YouTube is testing picture-in-picture ads for live streams.

YouTube announced several new tools for Shorts, which Rene Ritchie, YouTube's Creator Liaison, and Johanna Voolich, YouTube’s Chief Product Officer, discussed in more detail during a sit-down.

YouTube now supports handles in 75 languages, allowing creators to personalize unique handles

YouTube has updated its Erase Song tool with an AI-powered algorithm to accurately detect and remove copyrighted content.

YouTube has started rolling out the Test & Compare feature to creators with access to Advanced Features. This tool allows creators to upload up to three video thumbnails for testing with their viewers, selecting the most effective thumbnail based on which generates the highest watch time share.

YouTube is currently testing Creator QR Codes.

YouTube will be rolling out its Self-Certification Timestamp feature to more creators. This feature allows creators to self-rate their videos against YouTube’s advertiser-friendly content guidelines when uploaded via desktop.

YouTube is experimenting with AI-generated instrumentals for Shorts

YouTube is experimenting with an optional 'Most Relevant' view for the Subscriptions feed on mobile.

YouTube has rolled out new Shopping features for creators.

YouTube has added Members-Only Shorts, short-form videos that creators can share with paying subscribers.