Twitch has addressed concerns following multiple reports of harassment and physical altercations involving Kick streamers at September 2024's TwitchCon San Diego. In response, Twitch has confirmed it is "investigating" the incidents, signaling a commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of its community during such events.
TwitchCon, an annual convention organized by Twitch, serves as a major gathering for streamers, viewers, and the wider gaming community. However, the 2024 edition in San Diego faced a series of controversies, primarily involving Kick streamers. One of the standout incidents involved prominent Twitch streamer xQc, who was pursued by a Kick broadcaster at the event, with the individual shouting inappropriate comments as xQc fled the scene. In another notable altercation, Twitch streamer Erobb got into a physical confrontation with Kick streamer DariusIRL after Darius accused Erobb of cheating on his girlfriend. These and other confrontations between Twitch and Kick streamers created a tense environment during the convention.
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Following these incidents, several top Twitch streamers urged the platform to take action, prompting Twitch to respond. In a statement to Dexerto, Twitch emphasized...