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Discord will make player messages on public servers visible in web search results by mid-December
Discord will begin making messages from public servers visible in web search results by mid-December, a move aimed at improving information discoverability. While usernames and avatars will be hidden, server admins can opt out, and individual users can disable message content sharing. The feature has raised concerns about data privacy and potential AI training, despite Discord's policy against it.
Discord know they replaced forums, so they're making your messages in discoverable servers searchable, which immediately raises one question: what about AI?
Discord is making messages in discoverable servers searchable on Google, a move intended to replace traditional online forums. This change raises significant concerns about AI training data and user privacy, as messages will now be publicly accessible. While users can opt out of having their messages included, the broader implications for data harvesting are a major point of contention.
Discord Messages in Discoverable Servers Will Soon Be Searchable on Google
Starting November 16, Discord will allow Google to search messages within its discoverable public servers. This change aims to make content within these large gaming communities more accessible.
Meta to pay $25 billion over Cambridge Analytica case
A New Mexico court has ordered Meta, the parent company of Facebook, to pay $25 billion in a data privacy case related to Cambridge Analytica. The judge ruled that Facebook failed to conduct a proper internal investigation after the political consulting firm harvested data from up to 87 million users for political campaign strategizing.
The AI state of play: AI laws and game development
Game studios face increasing legal complexities surrounding the use of generative AI in development. Key concerns include intellectual property infringement risks from LLMs, data privacy issues with AI tools, and evolving copyright laws across different jurisdictions. Regulations like the EU AI Act also mandate labeling for AI-generated content resembling real people or events, requiring studios to implement robust compliance policies and human oversight.
Review Patch Terbaru: Deretan Fitur Baru, Perbaikan Bug, dan Peningkatan Performa Sistem
This article reviews a recent global software update, detailing its comprehensive system architecture overhaul, new productivity features, and significant bug fixes. Key improvements include a more intuitive Quick Settings panel, enhanced data privacy controls with clear indicators, and a more responsive split-screen multitasking mode. The update also addresses issues with wireless connectivity, touch ghosting, camera app freezes, and notification delays, while boosting performance and battery efficiency through intelligent CPU scheduling.
After co-founder apology, Discord rolls out "rightfully" controversial age verification system anyway:…
Discord has implemented its controversial age verification system, which categorizes users into adult, teen, or unconfirmed groups based on account activity. Despite apologies and user concerns about data privacy, co-founder Stanislav Vishnevskiy stated the system is necessary due to expanding global legislation. While most users won't be asked to confirm their age, options like ID scans, credit card information, or app store data are available for verification.
Apple faces £2bn lawsuit over implementation of App Tracking Transparency framework
Apple is facing a £2 billion class action lawsuit in the UK over its App Tracking Transparency (ATT) framework. The lawsuit alleges that Apple unfairly implemented ATT, discriminating against UK iOS developers and harming businesses that rely on advertising revenue, while applying less restrictive standards to its own data collection. Several European regulators have previously investigated Apple's ATT framework.
DJI launches new robot vacuums with an eye toward data privacy
DJI has launched its new ROMO 2 lineup of robot vacuums, which feature LiDAR-enabled mopping arms and enhanced obstacle avoidance. The company is emphasizing data privacy with these new devices.
As Take-Two seeks IP addresses and phone numbers of thousands in GTA 6 subpoena, Discord says it's not been served…
Take-Two Interactive is seeking subpoenas for IP addresses and phone numbers from Microsoft and Discord to identify a leaker of Grand Theft Auto 6 development footage. Discord has stated they have not yet been served with the subpoena, but if they are, they will evaluate its validity. The publisher's legal team is attempting to gather user information from Discord servers to identify the individual known as 'Cyberleek'.
Discord is yet to be served Take-Two's GTA 6 leak subpoena, which is set to demand broad access to user data
Discord has stated it has not yet received a subpoena from Take-Two Interactive regarding Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks. Take-Two filed subpoenas seeking broad user data from Discord and Microsoft, including registration details and IP addresses, related to the leaks. Microsoft is cooperating with Take-Two and Rockstar Games to support efforts to protect intellectual property.
Twitch served with class action lawsuit for training AI using streamers’ content
Twitch is facing a class action lawsuit for allegedly using streamers' content to train Amazon's AI models without consent. The suit claims this practice violates California unfair competition law. Twitch recently introduced an opt-out feature for AI training, but it is not retroactive and only applies to the specific channel.
How to limit Instagram from using your data for AI and ads
Instagram is offering users the ability to limit how their activity outside the app is used to personalize advertisements. This feature aims to give users more control over their data privacy concerning targeted ads and AI-driven content.
TikTok Agrees to $400 Million Settlement in DOJ Children’s Privacy Suit
TikTok has agreed to a $400 million settlement to resolve a lawsuit accusing it of violating the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). The settlement includes an immediate payment of $300 million, with an additional $100 million contingent on a court vacating a prior consent decree against TikTok's predecessor, Musical.ly. The Department of Justice noted TikTok has made significant changes to its privacy practices since the suit was filed.
Uber hit with a nearly $1 billion fine for automatically deactivating drivers in Europe
Uber has been fined nearly 825 million euros by a Dutch data regulatory authority for violating GDPR rules related to the automatic deactivation of drivers in Europe. This penalty highlights ongoing concerns about data privacy and labor practices within the gig economy.
Take-Two's legal action to find GTA 6 leaker begins, as it subpoenas Microsoft and Discord for any data "sufficient to identify the users person"
Take-Two Interactive has initiated legal action to identify the individual responsible for leaking gameplay footage of Grand Theft Auto 6. The company has filed subpoenas against Microsoft and Discord, seeking user data associated with accounts linked to the leaks, including OneDrive and Xbox information. This action comes as multiple leaked videos of the highly anticipated game have surfaced online.
Australia’s eSafety Finds Fresh Child Safety Holes in Roblox — Platform Signs Binding Fix Pledge
Australia's eSafety Commission has reached a legally binding agreement with Roblox following the discovery of significant child safety vulnerabilities on the platform. The undertaking requires Roblox to implement stronger protections, including making child accounts private by default and blocking unknown adults from contacting children without parental consent within three months.
ChatGPT’s New Computer History Feature Turns Your Mac Activity Into an AI-Searchable Timeline
OpenAI has launched a new feature called Computer History within its ChatGPT desktop app for macOS. This feature creates a searchable timeline of user activity on their Mac, which can be used by ChatGPT and Codex to provide assistance and suggest automations. The company emphasizes that it does not capture images or audio, only "events," and that the feature is opt-in with options to exclude specific apps and websites.
The KYC file Binance handed Moscow: how a $700 Ukraine donation became a terrorism case
Binance has been accused of handing over extensive personal data, including passport scans and home address, of a Russian user to Russian authorities. This information was allegedly used to build a terrorism financing case against Yuri Belenkiy for a $700 donation to Ukraine. The exchange claims to cooperate with lawful requests, but the disclosure occurred after its stated exit from the Russian market and raises significant data privacy concerns.
What actually happens when you let apps track your activity?
This article examines the types of data collected by apps and how it is utilized, prompting users to consider the implications of granting tracking permissions. It questions the effectiveness and necessity of the 'Ask app not to track' feature.