Three major brands have pulled their ads from Amazon's Twitch streaming platform due to allegations of enabling antisemitic content. The controversy centers around Twitch streamer Hasan Piker and his pro-Palestinian stance. Twitch has taken steps to moderate offensive content and protect advertisers' brands.
Key Points
AT&T, JPMorgan Chase, and Dunkin' Brands have withdrawn advertising from Twitch
Controversy sparked by exiled Twitch streamers accusing the platform of promoting antisemitic content
Hasan Piker at the center of allegations due to his pro-Palestinian stance
Twitch has implemented measures to address offensive content and protect advertisers
Pros
Twitch is taking steps to moderate offensive content and protect advertisers' brands
The Anti-Defamation League gives Twitch high marks for combating hate on social media
Cons
Detractors accuse Twitch streamer Hasan Piker of enabling antisemitism
Critics have organized campaigns targeting Twitch advertisers