A new hybrid model is coming to the VTuber world. Say hello to the “XTuber.”

As virtual creators continue to climb the streaming leaderboards, a VTuber agency is adding a fresh spin to a rising industry. The Tokyo-based firm Pandora has announced its plan to trademark the term "XTuber," which refers to hybrid creators who employ both virtual and human avatars. Before we go any further, let's clear a few things up: XTubers are not tied to the platform formerly known as Twitter, nor are they delivering adult content. In this case, the X represents the word "cross," and the full term refers to the idea that the typical XTuber is a crossover between a VTuber and a traditional creator. Visit Tubefilter for more great stories.