YouTube has announced new features and updates for content creators, including fan funding for channels.

Originally announced at VidCon in Anaheim yesterday, details have also been added to the official YouTube Partners & Creators blog.

Channels have previously been funded through the likes of KickStarter, IndieGogo and Patreon. YouTube is planning to offer the option of donations directly; fans of a creator will be able to give money for any reason, at any time, rather than linked to a ...