Twitch streamer Knut, boasting a significant following of over 277,000, has been banned from the platform due to alleged violations of Twitch's community guidelines. As the leading streaming platform, Twitch is known for its rigorous enforcement of policies for all streamers. This is exemplified by the platform's consistent application of consequences, including the suspension of prominent streamers, in instances where alignment with Twitch's community guidelines is not maintained.

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Twitch Has Banned Morgpie

Leading streaming platform Twitch bans Morgpie for the sixth time in 2023 after she allegedly broke the company's rules during one of her streams.

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Why did Twitch ban Knut?

The ban that befell Knut stemmed from a video clip posted on social media. The footage showcased Knut driving while simultaneously engaging with Twitch chat, a practice that raised concerns about distracted driving. Questions emerged on platforms like X, questioning Twitch's stance on such behavior and prompting the streaming giant to take action. This ban is not Knut's first encounter with Twitch's moderation actions. In fact, it marks his fifth suspension overall, with the previous ban occurring in December and lasting for a brief two days.

The duration of the current ban remains uncertain, and as of now, Knut has not provided any public commentary on the situation. It's noteworthy that this is not Twitch's first ban related to driving while interacting with chat; in October, popular streamer ExtraEmily faced a ban for using her phone while driving in a live stream.

While Knut's ban seems to be temporary, the severity of using a phone while driving, especially in a livestreaming context, cannot be overstated. This issue extends beyond individual cases, exemplified by a distressing incident in February involving a Polish Twitch streamer who faced a permanent ban for allegedly running over a dog while streaming. This incident sparked a broader conversation about responsible content creation on streaming platforms, emphasizing the potential dangers associated with engaging in chat messages while operating a vehicle.