Twitch Admits Failure to Protect Emiru at TwitchCon 2025
Twitch has acknowledged that it failed to protect streamer Emiru during TwitchCon 2025 after she was assaulted by an attendee at a meet-and-greet event in San Diego.
Official Statement from Twitch
“We failed to keep Emiru safe and to prevent the assault from happening,” the platform said in a statement posted to X/Twitter on November 7. They added that they “deeply regret the distress” caused to Emiru, other streamers, and the broader community.
The company announced plans to donate to nonprofit organizations focused on preventing sexual violence and mentioned that more details will be shared soon.
Details of the Incident
The assault occurred 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 stepped in.
Community Reaction and Calls for Change
- The incident sparked widespread outrage among fans and creators.
- Many called for stronger and more effective safety measures at conventions.
- Twitch faced criticism for its handling of the situation, with demands for increased accountability for on-site security.
“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,” the statement read.
This admission highlights the ongoing challenges in ensuring safety at large public events involving popular personalities.
Summary: Twitch confessed to failing in its duty to protect Emiru during TwitchCon 2025, emphasizing the need for improved safety measures and accountability at such events.