Twitch Admits Failure to Protect Streamer Emiru at TwitchCon 2025
Twitch has publicly acknowledged that it did not adequately protect streamer Emiru during TwitchCon 2025, after she was assaulted by an attendee at a meet-and-greet event in San Diego.
In a statement posted on X/Twitter on November 7, the platform admitted it “failed to keep Emiru safe and to prevent the assault from happening,” and expressed regret for the distress caused to Emiru, other streamers, and the 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 took place on October 17 during a live meet-and-greet session at TwitchCon San Diego. A male attendee approached Emiru and grabbed her without consent before security intervened.
Community Response and Company Actions
- The incident sparked widespread outrage and renewed demands for stronger safety protocols at conventions.
- Twitch plans to donate to nonprofit organizations focused on preventing sexual violence and has promised to share more information soon.
- The admission follows weeks of criticism from creators and fans, urging Twitch to take greater accountability for on-site security measures.
Summary: Twitch has admitted to shortcomings in protecting streamer Emiru at TwitchCon 2025 and commits to improved safety and support for sexual violence prevention efforts.
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