20 Years of YouTube above the Rooftops of Vienna

YouTube has grown far beyond a video-sharing platform – it’s a stage, a career path, a classroom, and a source of entertainment all in one. In Austria alone, more than 6.5 million people use YouTube every month, spending over 45 minutes a day on average. The global impact is massive – and growing.

Panel Talks with Perspective – in Every Sense

The heart of the afternoon was a series of four engaging panel discussions that explored major trends and questions shaping the creator world:

• 📺 YouTube in the Living Room: How streaming habits are changing

• ❤️ Advertising on YouTube: Real-world success stories with creators and brands like Magenta Telekom, waterdrop®, GoStudent, and HOLZKERN

• 🔭 Hope in Difficult Times: Content creators taking on responsibility and social impact

• 🤖 AI & Creativity: The future of content in the age of artificial intelligence

The conversations were honest, forward-looking, and rich with practical insights. A special thanks to the panelists in the advertising session – moderated by our Donauturm team – for sharing their strategies, criteria for choosing creators, and hopes for the future of the creator community.

Austria’s Creator Scene on the Rise

Austria’s YouTube community is growing fast. Over 40 local channels now have more than 1 million subscribers, with hundreds more crossing the 100k mark. Creators like Fabio Wibmer, Growingannanas, and Condsty show the global reach and diversity of content made in Austria.

It was amazing to see so much energy, passion, and talent come together here at the Donauturm – topped off with birthday cake, great vibes, and a view that never gets old.

Thank You!

Huge thanks to everyone who helped make this event happen – the organizers, supporters, and all our amazing guests. Hosting this milestone celebration was truly a privilege.

Here’s to the next 20 years of YouTube – and many more inspiring events at the Donauturm!