Polish YouTuber Piotr Hancke has raised more than £50 million for cancer patients through a nine-day continuous livestream that broke charity fundraising records.

The influencer's marathon broadcast ran non-stop for nine days, with Hancke maintaining the stream to support children battling cancer. The fundraising effort garnered significant attention and donations throughout its duration.

The charity stream received backing from high-profile celebrities, including footballer Lamine Yamal and Coldplay frontman Chris Martin, who helped amplify the cause and encourage donations from their respective fan bases.

The fundraising total represents a record-breaking achievement for online charity streams, demonstrating the potential reach and impact of social media platforms for charitable causes. The funds raised will support cancer treatment and care for pediatric patients.

Hancke's sustained effort over more than a week of continuous broadcasting highlights the growing influence of content creators in mobilizing charitable giving through digital platforms.