YouTube is implementing stricter policies for content related to cryptocurrencies and NFTs, potentially impacting creators in the Web3 space. Beginning November 17th, YouTube will classify “online gambling with digital goods that have real-world value” as gambling and subject such videos to increased restrictions. creators face potential takedown notices, strikes, or age restrictions for content depicting gameplay where players can win, lose, stake, or wager assets with real-world value. This policy extends beyond just gambling-style games, targeting sponsored videos promoting token or NFT projects, tutorials that demonstrate how to mint NFTs, and video content related to NFT drops or marketplaces. To further address concerns about misleading promotions, YouTube is introducing age limits on videos featuring casino-style games like slots or roulette even if no real money is involved.