Twitch Admits Failure to Protect Emiru at TwitchCon 2025
Twitch acknowledged its failure to safeguard streamer Emiru during TwitchCon 2025 after she was assaulted by an attendee at a meet-and-greet event in San Diego.
Official Statement and Company Response
In a statement posted on November 7 to X (formerly Twitter), Twitch said it “failed to keep Emiru safe and to prevent the assault from happening,” expressing deep 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.”
The platform also announced plans to donate to nonprofit organizations focused on preventing sexual violence, with further details to be shared soon.
Details of the Incident
The assault happened on October 17 during a live meet-and-greet session at TwitchCon San Diego, where a male attendee grabbed Emiru without her consent before security intervened.
This event sparked widespread outrage and renewed demands for stronger safety measures at conventions.
Community Reaction and Accountability
Twitch faced weeks of criticism regarding its handling of the incident, with creators and fans calling on the company to improve on-site security and take greater responsibility.
Author's Summary
Twitch openly admits its failure to protect Emiru at TwitchCon 2025, pledging donations and emphasizing the urgent need for enhanced safety measures at public events.