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World of Warcraft: Forever aims to "aggressively shut down the flow of suspicious gold" – but Blizzard warns there "may be false positives" at first
Blizzard Entertainment is implementing a new system in World of Warcraft: Forever to combat real money trading (RMT) by placing suspected accounts under a Temporary Economy Hold. This measure aims to aggressively shut down the flow of illicit gold, though the studio warns of potential false positives during the initial fine-tuning phase. The system will eventually be deployed to all versions of World of Warcraft if successful.
Fortnite Accounts: What Players Should Know Before Buying | Invision Game Community
This article discusses the risks and considerations involved in buying or selling Fortnite accounts, emphasizing the importance of account security and compliance with Epic Games' policies. It advises players to focus on building their own collections through legitimate in-game means rather than engaging in third-party transactions, which are generally prohibited and can lead to account loss.
Blizzard issues stark warning to WoW: Forever gold buyers 'Engaging in RMT is not worth putting your account at…
Blizzard Entertainment has issued a stern warning to players engaging in real-money trading (RMT) in World of Warcraft: Forever, stating that such activities risk permanent account bans. The studio is actively combating botting and RMT by adjusting in-game abilities that facilitate gold farming and implementing harsher penalties for gold buyers.
UPDATE: Another High-Profile PlayStation Profile Has Been Hijacked, And Now Recovered
Another high-profile PlayStation account, belonging to creator Radec, has been hijacked and subsequently recovered, following a similar incident with Colin Moriarty. The article highlights ongoing issues with PlayStation's account security and customer support, noting that many users are unable to reclaim their compromised accounts.
How to Protect Your PlayStation Account as Hacking Issue Persists
PlayStation account hacking through social engineering is an ongoing and worsening problem, with prominent community members like Colin Moriarty and Radec having their accounts stolen. Hackers exploit public information and PlayStation Support agents to disable two-factor authentication, permanently locking users out. Sony has yet to address the issue, prompting advice for users to enhance their account security.
Another High-Profile PlayStation Profile Has Been Hijacked
PlayStation accounts are reportedly being hijacked, with gaming creator Radec losing his account. Customer support is offline, and many users are unable to recover their compromised accounts, mirroring issues previously faced by Colin Moriarty.
Another High-Profile PlayStation Profile Has Been Hijacked
PlayStation accounts are reportedly being hijacked, with gaming creator Radec losing his account. Customer support is offline, and many users are unable to recover their compromised accounts, mirroring issues previously faced by Colin Moriarty.
My first MMO character #6: Jacob Ridley
The author recounts their early experiences playing RuneScape as a child, focusing on their skill in fishing and cooking to acquire in-game armor. After their account was stolen and banned, they successfully appealed to Jagex support, specifically thanking 'Mod Frenzy' for recovering their long-lost character.
Getting an 'iPhone Unavailable' message? Here's how to fix it
This guide addresses the 'iPhone Unavailable' message, explaining that users will need their old passcode or Apple Account password to regain access to their device. It focuses on the necessary credentials for resolving the lockout.
Portal Confirms Short-Lived X Account Takeover That Pushed a Wallet Phishing Link
The cryptocurrency project Portal reported that its X (formerly Twitter) account was temporarily compromised overnight, during which an attacker posted a phishing link designed to target connected wallets. The team quickly regained control, locked down the account, and removed the malicious post. It remains unclear how the breach occurred, how long the link was visible, or if any users' wallets were drained.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 2's PlayStation ports compromised by a hacker ruining players' accounts
A hacker known as 'C Isn't Sharp?' is reportedly compromising player accounts in the PlayStation ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops 2, leading to issues like account bricking and game crashes. This vulnerability stems from the original games' outdated infrastructure, and players are advised to immediately close the game if they encounter the hacker in lobbies.
Google adds selfie video as a log-in option
Google is introducing a new login method that allows users to access their accounts using a selfie video. This feature aims to enhance account security and provide a more convenient login experience.
'Not sure if I should keep buying games and software from Microsoft': Xbox users are questioning account safety due to ongoing recovery issues, ahead of a disc-less console future
Xbox users are expressing concerns about account safety and the future of digital game ownership due to ongoing account recovery issues and hacking incidents. These problems are amplified by the reported move towards disc-less consoles by both Microsoft and Sony, leading some gamers to question the security of purchasing digital software from Microsoft.
Danger Zone
PUBG: Battlegrounds has implemented an improved unban policy specifically for cases involving account theft. This update aims to provide a clearer and more effective process for players who have had their accounts compromised.
Xbox pledges to help anyone who's lost their account to hackers "as quickly as possible" after one fan went viral for almost losing thousands of euros' worth of games
Following a viral incident where a user nearly lost thousands of euros worth of games and OneDrive data, Xbox has pledged to assist users who have lost access to their accounts due to hacking. The company is actively reaching out to affected individuals, encouraging them to contact support via direct message for a swift resolution.
Xbox Support Pledges To Help Customer Reclaim His Hacked Account
Xbox Support has pledged to assist streamer Joshua Khane in recovering his hacked account and data after an initial refusal by Microsoft sparked public outcry. This incident follows recent mass layoffs within Microsoft's gaming division and reports of potential price hikes for Xbox consoles.
As Xbox fan goes viral for losing account with games worth "thousands of euros" and their "son's baby pictures," official support says it's "working to restore access"
Streamer Joshua Khane lost access to his Microsoft account, including thousands of euros worth of games and personal photos, after his OneDrive was permanently suspended due to unauthorized access. Xbox Support has acknowledged the issue and stated they are working to restore access to his purchases. This incident highlights the risks associated with digital ownership and account security.
Xbox owner loses decades of digital games after Microsoft deletes account
An Xbox player, Joshua Khane, lost 25 years of digital games and personal data after Microsoft permanently suspended his account due to a hack. Microsoft stated the account deletion was irreversible to protect personal data, even refusing to recover Minecraft purchases. This incident highlights growing concerns about digital ownership and account security in an increasingly digital-only gaming future.
Håll ditt Discord-konto säkert!
This guide provides essential security tips for Discord users to protect their accounts from scams and unauthorized access. Key recommendations include enabling two-factor authentication, using unique passwords, being cautious of suspicious links, and regularly reviewing connected applications.
A gamer successfully sued Microsoft for telling him to rebuy his Xbox games after his account was hacked
A Brazilian court has ruled in favor of an Xbox gamer whose account was hacked and who was subsequently told by Microsoft that he would need to repurchase his games. The court ordered Microsoft to restore the gamer's account within 15 days and pay approximately $400 in damages.