YouTubers Who Warned About Scams and Exploitation
When YouTubers Try To Warn Their Audience 🔗
00:00 Introduction
A look at various YouTubers who tried to warn their audiences about potential scams and issues within the platform, highlighting eight notable examples.
00:30 Markiplier and Honey
Markiplier expresses distrust toward the Honey browser extension, questioning its legitimacy and predicting a future scam. His concerns are confirmed years later by Mega Lag, who exposes Honey as a scam affecting users and creators alike.
01:15 PewDiePie on Ryan's World
PewDiePie warns about the dark side of Ryan's World, criticizing parental manipulation and fake engagement metrics. His predictions about the exploitation of child stars are validated years later.
02:00 Vickiy's Warning about Lil Tay
Vickiy shares a serious warning about Lil Tay's exploitation by her brother, which resonates with fans and leads to discussions about child influencers' welfare.
02:30 Pauly Dagal on Primitive Technology
Pauly Dagal exposes primitive technology channels as fake, pointing out inconsistencies and highlighting the use of machinery behind the scenes.
03:00 The Sidemen and Charity Scams
The Sidemen warn their fans about ticket scams for their charity football match, ensuring the audience is informed and safe from exploitation.
03:30 Jack Septic Eye on Mr. Beast
Jack expresses his concerns about Mr. Beast, stating that his focus on views and money detracts from the fun of YouTube. This comes amid controversies surrounding Mr. Beast's content.
04:00 Chris Broad's Caution
Chris Broad warns viewers about the moral implications of influencers and the impact on future generations, advocating for careful consideration of who to watch on YouTube.
04:30 TJ Kirk's Forewarning
TJ Kirk's warning about potential violent offenders goes unheard, only to have his predictions tragically validated months later, highlighting the importance of heeding such warnings.
What was Markiplier's main concern about Honey?
Markiplier doubted the legitimacy of Honey, questioning how the savings could be "free" and predicting that it would lead to significant issues, which were later confirmed.
How did PewDiePie's warnings about Ryan's World turn out?
PewDiePie's concerns about parental manipulation and the exploitation of child YouTubers proved accurate as Ryan's channel faced scrutiny for shady practices years later.
What did Vickiy reveal about Lil Tay?
Vickiy warned that Lil Tay was being manipulated by her brother, highlighting the exploitation of young influencers, which led to greater awareness and discussions about their well-being.