YouTube Co-founder Warns Short-Form Videos May Impact Children's Attention Spans

YouTube co-founder Steve Chen has expressed concerns about the rise of short-form videos, warning that the 'TikTok-ification' of the internet may reduce children's attention spans and affect mental health. Speaking at Stanford Graduate School of Business, Chen emphasized the difference between entertainment and substantive content, suggesting that overexposure to quick clips could hinder longer focus. He advocated for safeguards like age restrictions and screen-time limits, highlighting the need to balance monetization with useful content delivery.