Twitch is no stranger to controversy, having faced media and user reactions on several occasions. Gambling broadcasts are among the most popular, with famous stars like Adin Ross and xQc being given rich sponsorship agreements. There was also the recent saga over changes to the way the Amazon-owned platform compensates content producers, which has those who rely on streaming anxious about their revenue. Then there was last year’s “hate raid” controversy, in which many people, notably those in the LGBTQ+ community, were subjected to a barrage of hate-filled communications.
