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# YouTube Tests D.I.Y. Live Video Platform Today
- URL: https://www.hypebot.com/youtube-tests-diy-live-video-platform-today-only/
- Published: 2010-09-13T08:09:06.000Z
- Updated: 2010-09-13T08:09:06.000Z
- Description: Sunday and Monday only, YouTube is testing a new platform that integrates live streaming directly into partner YouTube channels. Assuming the service becomes more widely available, broadcasters will need a. Continue reading [https://www.hypebot.com/hypebot/2010/09/youtube-tests-diy-live-video-platfo
- Author: Bruce Houghton
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Sunday and Monday only, YouTube is testing a new platform that integrates live streaming directly into partner YouTube channels. Assuming the service becomes more widely available, broadcasters will need a webcam or external USB/FireWire camera to stream content live. There's also a “Live Comments” module for two way conversations. Based on the results of this initial test, YouTube will evaluate rolling out the platform more broadly.

**See The YouTube Live Test In Action:**