Twitch signed cyberbullying experts, web researchers and community members to form a 2020 Security Advisory Council. The review board was created to help it develop new policies, develop products that improve safety, and protect the interests of marginalized groups. now, CNBC reports that the streaming website has canceled all members of the board. Twitch reportedly called nine members into a meeting on May 6 to inform them that their current contracts will expire on May 31 and that they will not be paid for the second half of 2024.
Cyberbullying Research Center co-director Dr. Security Advisory Council members. Dr. Sameer Hinduja and co-founder and director of AnyKey, an organization that advocates for inclusion and diversity in video games and esports. Includes TL Taylor. There’s also Emma Llanso, director of the Center for Democracy and Technology’s Free Expression Project.
In an email to members, Twitch told them that in the future, “the Security Advisory Board will consist primarily of individuals who serve as Twitch ambassadors.” The Amazon subsidiary didn’t mention any names, but this one He describes his ambassadors “As people who contribute positively to the Twitch community – from being role models for their communities, creating new genres of content, to inspiring stories that empower those around them.”
in a comment sent to The VergeElizabeth Busby, Twitch’s trust and safety communications manager, said the new board members will “propose” [the website] New, diverse perspectives after years of working with the same core members”. “We’re excited to work with our global Twitch ambassadors who are active on Twitch, have first-hand knowledge of our security efforts, and have a range of experiences. draw,” Busby added.
It is unclear whether the ambassadors, who replace current board members, will be paid or provide free assistance to the company. If it’s the latter, the development may be a cost-cutting measure: outgoing members were paid between $10,000 and $20,000 a year. CNBC he says. Also on Twitch in January He fired 35 percent workforce to “reduce costs” and “build a more sustainable business.” In the same month reduced How much do broadcasters earn from each Twitch Prime subscription they create?
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