A recent report by YouTube's Trends and Culture team revealed that the independent scene is thriving on the platform. The survey found that 61% of animation fans aged 14-24 are more interested in works from indie creators than from major studios. These shows, like the Korean-made, YouTube-first series Alien Stage, have large international audiences and have expanded onto alternate platforms like Prime Video or Netflix. The report highlighted popular indie works like Amazing Digital Circus and Helluva Boss. It also highlighted the impact of the independent sector on the television industry.