HandOfBlood: Creator of the Year inspires with games and politics!

HandOfBlood: Creator of the Year inspires with games and politics!

The VideoDays Festival recently took place in Cologne in a glittering setting, where the streamer and content creator HandOfBlood, real name Maximilian “Hänno” Knabe, was named Creator of the Year. The 33-year-old from Salzgitter has made a name for himself through his unique combination of gaming, politics, humor and music. Particularly noteworthy was his Twitch stream, in which he spoke to then Green Party lead candidate Robert Habeck for over two hours before the upcoming federal election in January. Tobias Schiwek, managing director of We Are Era, praised HandOfBlood for its creative reach and influence on the young generation. Antenne.de reports that HandOfBlood received a social media award in the streaming category in addition to the main prize. A total of 19 trophies and one honorary prize were awarded at the festival.

Who were the other award winners? Baran Kok, an up-and-coming Kurdish musician, and Marvin Wildhage, known for his educational YouTube videos about prostitution and the betting industry, were also among the talent honored. Paula Enzweiler, better known as Paula.enx, was honored for her sporting achievements. It became particularly emotional when YouTuber Legendary Mirko accepted the audience award for Newcomer of the Year. Phil Laude, formerly part of the comedy trio Y-Titty, received the honorary award. The award ceremony was the culmination of the festival, which enabled over 800 content creators and players in the creative and media industries to network and exchange ideas.

A look at the latest developments

What's new in the world of developers? The first update of the Creator Roadmap for 2025 has just been published. This includes more than 45 new features introduced since the last update. Key developments include updates to the studio, improvements to the recommendation algorithm, and the introduction of novel APIs for text and mesh generation. Particularly noteworthy is the introduction of the Data Stores Manager, which is used in the Creator Hub to check data storage. DevForum.com reports of numerous suggestions for improvement aimed at a better user experience.

A bug reporting category will also be opened in the DevForum for the creator community, through which over 2,000 bugs have already been closed. Future updates are planned for 2024, among others, and are intended to offer server authority and individual customization options for matchmaking. This means developers are well equipped to meet the needs of their users and increase the reach of their creations.

Adventures in Nature: Brazil for Nature Lovers

But it's not just digital life that's exciting. Anyone looking for a break should take a look at the 21 ecotourism destinations in Brazil. These offer a perfect opportunity to experience nature and reconnect with yourself. Some of the highlights are:

• Brotas, SP: Ideal für Abenteuerlustige mit Wandermöglichkeiten und Wassersport.
• Fernando de Noronha, PE: Ein paradiesisches Archipel, bekannt für seine Umweltschutzmaßnahmen.
• Piracicaba, SP: Berühmt für seine atemberaubenden Wasserfälle und lokale Küche.

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Just in time for the end of the year, the HandOfBloods award brings a breath of fresh air into the content creator scene, while the nature destinations in Brazil promise adventures for every taste. It remains exciting - both in the world of gaming and in nature!