You may have heard that popular streamers can make some decent money live streaming on Twitch. Getting started in streaming can be a great way to start earning a bit of extra money in your free time while doing something you love. *All information, numbers, and requirements are correct at time of publishing. Table of […]
There are about 30 million active users on Twitch every single day, according to latest data, and a staggering 71 million hours of content is viewed on a daily basis. Yet, finding your audience on the platform is all but easy. Growing your Twitch channel involves hard work, talent and creativity. It’s only natural that […]
What’s a ‘gimmick’? Here’s a quick test. Think about the word ‘gimmick’. What comes to mind first? What does it mean to you? There’s some sort of a negative ring to it, isn’t there? Well, that’s how most people tend to think about the word ‘gimmick’. They usually feel it’s just a trick or device […]
Getting started as a streamer can be difficult at first, as there are just so many steps needed. Buying the proper equipment, setting up your Twitch channel, downloading the necessary software, and more, are all needed to stream. But thankfully, if you happen to stream on either Xbox One or Xbox Series X/S, some of […]
There is certainly no shortage of live streaming platforms in 2022, so beginners looking to start broadcasting online might feel a bit intimidated by the vast number of choices available. Between major names like Twitch and YouTube Live to lesser known platforms like Kaltura and Wowza, there are endless options. In the hope of easing […]
It is officially Black History Month 2022 and we at Lightstream wanted to do something a little bit different to celebrate. Usually, this is the month when we celebrate notable black people who’ve made an impact in the world, but this time around we wanted to highlight some of the most notable black characters in […]
Twitch used to just be for gaming, but with the recent introduction of Twitch IRL Streaming, gaming is now simply one of the many thousands of topics routinely explored on the platform. So let’s take a look at this relatively new (and ragingly popular) streaming category on Twitch. To find out how you can start […]
Ever wondered how to stream on Twitch? This ultimate guide will walk you through everything you need to know step-by-step. At Lightstream, we love Twitch. With over 2 million daily viewers and a whopping 64% year-over-year increase, Twitch is no doubt the leading platform for live streaming. They’re home to millions of content creators across […]
When broadcasting your Xbox gameplay to Twitch with Lightstream Studio, showing your face is essential to engaging with viewers. It’s easy to open Lightstream in your browser and add your computer’s connected webcam, but for those who want to stream without their computer next to them and still benefit from the overlays & notifications of […]
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