Cover, the entity behind VTuber agency hololive, has recently revised its guidelines for derivative works. Alongside standard policies safeguarding the company and its talent, a fresh section now cautions against vigilantism, especially on social media platforms:
Should you come across actions that appear to breach these guidelines, please avoid using this as grounds to attack, condemn, or publicly shame other fans and participants on social media. In the event of an issue, we recommend consulting event organizers, utilizing the reporting tools provided by the respective platforms, or contacting our official inquiry desk. Your cooperation in curbing harassment and vigilantism among participants is greatly appreciated.
While hololive maintains strict regulations on fan-made content, it also firmly opposes online harassment. This new provision seems aimed at combating the “witch hunts” frequently observed among fans on social media.
In a related development, Cover collaborated with ANYCOLOR (the parent company of Nijisanji) and VTuber management firm Uuum in May 2024 to establish a subcommittee focused on preventing and addressing slander and defamation targeting VTubers, YouTubers, and influencers.
Beyond discouraging vigilantism, hololive clarifies that it will not assume liability for disputes stemming from the use of its content or related derivative works. Furthermore, the company will not respond to individual inquiries concerning specific cases, its judgment criteria, or associated matters.
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