Twitch Streamers Furious Over Default Setting Allowing Amazon AI Training
Twitch streamers have expressed outrage after discovering that a new setting on the platform appears to allow Amazon to use their channel content for training generative AI models. The setting, which is turned on by default, allows users to opt out of some training through the 'security and privacy' settings.
The issue came to light on August 12, 2026, when livestreaming reporter Zach Bussey shared details of the new option. Twitch later responded, stating that the platform itself is not training GenAI models on streamer content, while confirming that the setting relates to Amazon's generative AI training.
Users questioned why creators were not asked to actively agree before their content could be used for AI training. The reaction included strong comments on X, with some users expressing frustration and anger at Twitch's handling of the situation.