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YouTube bans dangerous or harmful pranks

by  Dave Lee

 

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The film Birdbox led to a craze in which people attempt everyday tasks while blindfolded / Image copyright GETTY IMAGES

 

YouTube clips that depict dangerous or emotionally distressing “pranks” have been banned from the platform.

 

The move comes in response to so-called "challenges" that have sometimes resulted in death or injury.

 

The Google-owned video sharing site said such material had “no place on YouTube”.

 

However, the firm appears to be failing to enforce its existing rules on harmful content.

 

Full Story: https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-46887666

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