Twitch Admits Failure to Protect Streamer Emiru at TwitchCon 2025
Twitch has acknowledged it failed to safeguard streamer Emiru during a meet-and-greet event at TwitchCon 2025 in San Diego, where she was assaulted by an attendee.
Official Statement from Twitch
On November 7, Twitch posted a statement on X/Twitter admitting it "failed to keep Emiru safe and to prevent the assault from happening." The company expressed deep regret over the distress caused to Emiru, other streamers, and the broader community.
“Although Twitch works very hard to try to keep TwitchCon attendees safe and to prevent incidents like this from happening, we failed to do both things in this case.”
Details of the Incident
The assault occurred on October 17 during a live meet-and-greet session when a male attendee grabbed Emiru without her consent before security intervened. This incident sparked widespread outrage and renewed calls for more robust safety measures at conventions.
Company Response and Future Actions
- Twitch plans to donate to nonprofit organizations that work to prevent sexual violence.
- More details regarding these actions will be shared soon.
- The admission comes after weeks of criticism regarding the company's handling of the event and demands for greater accountability in on-site security.
Community Reaction
Creators and fans expressed strong dissatisfaction with Twitch's initial response, urging the platform to improve security protocols to ensure attendee safety at future events.
Author's Summary
Twitch openly admitted it failed to protect Emiru from an assault at TwitchCon 2025, promising donations and improved safety measures after community backlash.
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