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A recent internal meeting at Twitch revealed tensions regarding the reinstatement of streamer Adin Ross. During this all-hands meeting, CEO Dan Clancy faced pointed questions from an employee who questioned the rationale behind Ross’s return to the platform after his permanent ban.
Adin Ross faced a permanent suspension from Twitch in February 2023 amid controversies surrounding his behavior and his outspoken support for a competing platform, Kick. Not long after this ban, Ross voiced his intention to return, citing difficulties with his “toxic” community that developed during his time on Twitch.
In March 2025, Ross’s account was reinstated, allowing him to preserve his streams for future collaborative efforts while continuing his work on Kick. However, the decision to bring him back has stirred discontent among some in the Twitch workforce.
As reported by Aftermath’s Nathan Grayson, during the meeting held the week of March 30, an employee expressed concern over Ross’s unban, questioning whether it was a business-related decision or a sign of his reform.
Concerns Raised Over Ross’s Return
During the meeting, the staff member directly asked Clancy about the criteria used to determine that Ross had significantly reformed since his ban. The employee stated, “To be transparent, this is one of the decisions we’ve made that I’ve disagreed with the most. I strongly believe that this opens the wider community to harm and sends a signal that we will allow the sort of vitriol Adin has been known to perpetuate.”
Clancy responded by clarifying that Ross’s reinstatement was not driven by financial interests, but rather a belief in granting individuals a second chance. “I can say this emphatically to everyone: This is in no way based upon any business considerations whatsoever,” he stated.
He emphasized that the decision was centered around the idea of rehabilitation, stating, “It’s about deciding when you can give someone a second chance – and if they don’t live up to our expectations, we can take action.”
Clancy elaborated on Twitch’s internal policies regarding bans. He noted that Ross’s ban was intended to be “indefinite, not permanent,” inviting reflection on how the platform evaluates such matters. “We do believe that it’s important for people to be able to change the way they have behaved in the past,” he added.
In light of Ross’s statements regarding his intent to change, Clancy indicated they had received various feedback reflecting positively on Ross’s efforts to reform. He acknowledged the complexity of these decisions, emphasizing Twitch’s commitment to monitoring behavior post-reinstatement.
Recent changes in Twitch’s suspension policies further underscore this shift, with updates enacted in February 2025 allowing those facing indefinite bans to appeal their status after six months.
Clancy’s willingness to discuss the potential for Ross’s unbanning in advance reflects a broader trend of the platform reconsidering its approach towards previously banned users.
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