YouTube celebrates 20 years with AI DJ, faster playback and more

YouTube, the platform that turned a grainy 19-second zoo clip into a global cultural phenomenon, is officially 20 years old. What began in 2005 as a simple video-sharing site now hosts over 20 billion uploads and billions of hours of content—from Shorts and music to livestreams and podcasts.

To mark the milestone, YouTube is rolling out a slew of new features, engaging stats, and a few birthday-themed surprises for users across the globe.

A look at what’s new

Among the highlights is Ask Music, a new feature allowing YouTube Premium and Music…