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Discord fixes bug that caused app to take upwards of two whole minutes to launch

Clearing the schedule.

PC Gamer

Arc Raiders was accidentally recording Discord conversations into an unencrypted local game file — vulnerability in SDK could log messages and credentials in plaintext

A vulnerability in Discord's SDK allowed Arc Raiders to unintentionally log private DMs and user account credentials to the game's log files. Embark Studios has since hotfixed the problem.

Tom’s Hardware

'Arc Raiders' Discord Integration Exposes Private Messages and Tokens Before Hotfix Release

Arc Raiders' Discord integration accidentally logged private messages and authentication tokens locally, highlighting major privacy risks for linked accounts.

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Why did YouTuber James Rallison reportedly fire TheOdd1sOut animation team without warning? Leaked freelancer messages spark outrage online

YouTuber James Rallison, known for TheOdd1sOut, is facing online backlash after reports claimed his freelance animation team was suddenly dismissed. Screenshots shared on Reddit and Discord started the discussion, which later spread across X and YouTube commentary channels. Fans say the animators helped build the channel’s signature style, raising wider…

The Times of India

ARC Raiders recorded private Discord DM messages between players in "serious privacy and security violations" — Embark promises that your data is safe

An issue with ARC Raiders' Discord integration led to the game recording private DM messages between players in "serious privacy and security violations."

Windows Central

Arc Raiders was recording private Discord DMs in plain text, engineer claims in report on "serious privacy and security violations," which prompted a hasty hotfix from Embark

"Rest assured that your private and/or personal data was not sent outside your machine"

GamesRadar

Helldivers 2 CEO seemingly accepts fans' $1,000 challenge to play on the nastiest difficulty, but it might already be backfiring: "Quite a few rupture strain a**holes"

Shams Jorjani is doing his best

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Scientists warn against crappy age verification: 'if implemented without careful consideration… the new regulation might cause more harm than good'

Scientists and researchers from respected institutions lay out the case against age verification as we're beginning to know it.

PC Gamer

Microsoft Discord Shut: 'Microslop' Slurs and AI Hate Force Humiliating Server-Wide Lockout

Microsoft's Discord server faces chaos as users protest against AI integration, leading to a temporary lockdown and content scrubbing.

International Business Times UK

Microsoft gets heavy-handed on Copilot Discord server, reportedly blocking 'Microslop' posts and heading down a dangerous path

'Microslop' posts are blocked on Copilot Discord server as Windows 11 AI backlash takes another unfortunate turn.

TechRadar

The world wants to ban children from social media, but there will be grave consequences for us all

Age-verification systems require collecting sensitive data to support the biometric information. In no time, the internet will become a fully surveilled digital panopticon, says technology journalist Taylor Lorenz

The Guardian - UK

I wanted to ditch Discord after its age verification controversy, but there's one big problem — why is it so tough to find a proper replacement?

The movement to leave Discord has never been stronger after its recent age verification and monitoring controversies. After spending the weekend testing out some top alternatives, I've realized that a change is a lot easier said than done.

Windows Central

Bizarre Lineage Official Trello, Discord And Wiki Links

Bizarre Lineage is a Roblox RPG inspired by the iconic anime series JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure. There's tons of things to check out, including stand

Pro Game Guides

If your mouse input is totally busted in Marathon right now, I may have the fix

Bungie is working on a real fix, but for now, try this.

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TechRadar

Ditching Discord? Make sure you take this one important step before deleting your account

Discord isn't pulling out of its age verification plans, so here's how to delete your account and messages.

PC Gamer

'Please, let us cook more': Windrose devs aren't ready to give players a release date yet

"We want to lock this in firmly and ship the game on time," said Windrose Crew on its Discord.

The Independent UK

UN sanctions 4 commanders in Sudan's paramilitary force accused of atrocities in Darfur

The U_N_ Security Council has imposed sanctions on four commanders of Sudan’s warring paramilitary force suspected of atrocities against civilians that U_N_ experts said showed “hallmarks of genocide.”

Dot Esports

Discord CTO outlines age verification changes, delays global launch

Age policy revised.

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Mandatory UK age checks have officially hit Xbox — players are being forcibly removed from matches

Mandatory age verification under the UK’s Online Safety Act is now live on Xbox, with players reporting forced mid-game removals, failed checks, and restricted access to chat and Discord.

International Business Times UK

Discord Alternatives 2026: Where to Go as the Platform Faces Backlash Over Delayed Age Checks and Child Safety Failures

Discover why Discord postponed its global age verification to 2026 amid user backlash, affecting its IPO. Learn about the implications and explore top user alternatives.

International Business Times UK

Discord Age Verification Delayed: Why the Platform Is Stalling on Child Safety — and What Parents Need to Know

Discord delays global age verification to 2026 amid IPO plans, sparking user safety concerns and potential legal challenges. Learn how this impacts user growth and platform security.

The Independent UK

Discord pushes back global age verification rollout amid criticism, promises transparency

Discord is postponing its controversial age verification policy after users of the popular platform for gamers to communicate online expressed strong objections and privacy concerns

Dot Esports

Twitch reportedly requires Persona ID verification for Affiliates payout

Twitch now requires some new affiliates to verify identity via Persona.

PC Gamer

Reddit fined nearly $20 million by UK online privacy regulator for 'using children’s data unlawfully, potentially exposing them to inappropriate and harmful content'

Reddit denies wrongdoing and says it will appeal.

International Business Times UK

Discord Severs Persona Links After Peter Thiel-Backed Verification Software's US Surveillance Ties Are Revealed

Discord ends its partnership with Persona after revelations of links to US surveillance infrastructure, raising privacy concerns.

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