Following serious incidents last year, Twitch announced major changes to make TwitchCon safer. Popular streamer Emiru was attacked by a fan who grabbed her without permission during an event. This raises concerns about the security of Twitch’s largest streaming conference. The company said it wants all creators and visitors to feel safe when meeting fans, live streaming or enjoying events.New rules and upgrades will begin at TwitchCon Rotterdam. Twitch CEO Dan Clancy said the company took a closer look at the issues and is currently improving security, event layout and policies. Twitch wants to make sure everyone knows where they can film, how to meet fans safely, and that boundaries are always respected.
TwitchCon adds security measures after Emiru incident
One big change is the new lanyard system. Visitors who don’t want to be photographed can wear a special lanyard to demonstrate this. Streamers and fans are not allowed to film, interview or approach anyone wearing the device. Twitch states that violating this rule may result in TwitchCon suspension or other penalties.Meet and greets will also be safer. People need to schedule appointments, not approach their favorite creators. Event layouts will be improved to better manage crowds. If a situation arises, additional Twitch staff will be on hand to handle it. The changes were based on lessons learned from the Emiru attack. The aim is to avoid such situations and ensure everyone has a good time. Twitch emphasizes respecting personal space and following rules and regulations to improve TwitchCon in the future.While these changes are new, many hope they will give creators peace of mind about participating in the 2026 event. Twitch plans to continue updating security measures based on feedback from fans and streamers.While past events have raised concerns, Twitch shows it’s listening and taking action. With the addition of lanyards, an improved meet and greet system, and enhanced security, TwitchCon aims to provide a safe and exciting experience where everyone can enjoy the community without fear.
