Key Takeaways
- FaZe Clan was interrupted during the live stream, but continued to stream quickly.
- Swatting poses significant risks to content creators, including PTSD and potential risks.
The members of FaZe Clan were beaten during a Twitch stream. The eSports organization is known for competing in many tournaments for games such as Counter-Strike: Global Offensive SY Valorantand for a controversial list of Twitch streamers and content creators.
FaZe Clan is hosting a Twitch subbathon until September 30, where content creators can stream 24/7 to participate in various challenges and pranks to entertain their fans. It's also a way to promote Twitch's SUBtember, an annual event that offers subscription discounts, talent subscription promos, and extra Bits and Cheers to favorite Twitch streamers. This is an event that viewers look forward to because they get good deals for subscribing and supporting Twitch streamers, and streamers can earn more money during this period.
However, there was a frightening incident of beating members of FaZe Clan during their visit on September 19th. According to TMZ reports, a man in his 60s called 911 saying they had killed two people and gave the Faze Clan's address. building in Los Angeles. The police arrived outside the building, and heard the megaphone calling for the streamers to get out.
What happened after the FaZe Clan Swatting Incident?
Fortunately, the looting incident quickly subsided when FaZe Clan streamers returned to the subbathon afterward. They also deleted VODs that featured swatting to avoid Twitch bans or suspensions. Many FaZe Clan fans have expressed concern about the situation, condemning people who think swatting is a funny joke. Meanwhile, the FaZe Clan Twitter account and streamers Ronaldo and Lacy have started making memes to make light of the situation.
Swatting is a dangerous prank that involves sending the police to the homes of content creators. Streamers have become a common target because many of them share parts of their lives or stream IRL, making them easy targets for hackers. Many famous names such as Ludwig Ahgren, Adin Ross, and BeardedBlevins were stabbed during the live broadcast, which was watched by thousands of terrified viewers.
Although many streamers and content creators have come out of the phenomenon with no sense at all, these pranks can also harm them. Twitch streamer QTCinderella shared that she suffered from PTSD due to repeated attempts at her home. There have also been cases where people have been killed by the police after it was dismissed as a prank, further highlighting the dangers of the act and underscoring the importance of greater security for developers. content.
