Rumble CEO Chris Pavlovski predicts Twitch may shut down or be sold within two years

Rumble CEO Chris Pavlovski predicts Amazon could shut down or sell Twitch within two years, sparking online debate.

Rumble CEO Chris Pavlovski has made a bold prediction, suggesting that Amazon-owned Twitch could either shut down or be sold within the next two years.

Pavlovski expressed his thoughts on Twitter on October 23, stating, "Prediction… Amazon shuts down Twitch within 2 years or sells it. Probably sooner." This tweet quickly gained attention, sparking reactions and speculation within the social media community.

Prediction… Amazon shuts down Twitch within 2 years or sells it. Probably sooner.

— Chris Pavlovski (@chrispavlovski) October 22, 2024

One user, @AbsentInsight, replied to Pavlovski, referencing his previous prediction regarding GARM’s shutdown: "You predicted GARM shutting down within a month, and it was shut down the next day. So a more realistic timeline based on your prediction skill is Twitch shuts down next month." In response, Pavlovski acknowledged his accurate prediction and humorously added, "True, I did predict that... I like to give things a little buffer."

You predicted GARM shutting down within a month, and it was shut down the next day. So a more realistic timeline based on your prediction skill is Twitch shuts down next month. 🤣

— Absent Insight (@AbsentInsight) October 22, 2024

Pavlovski’s comments come amid growing challenges for Twitch, including increased competition from platforms like Rumble and YouTube. While there is no concrete evidence suggesting Twitch’s imminent sale or closure, Pavlovski’s prediction has fueled discussions about the platform’s future under Amazon’s ownership.

As of now, Twitch remains one of the most popular platforms for live streaming, particularly in the gaming community. However, the rise of rival streaming services has led to increasing pressure on Twitch to innovate and maintain its audience.