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technology Mar 25, 2026, 10:14 PM
Discord struggles as thousands report voice connectivity issues - Thousands of Discord users reported connection failures on March 25, 2026.
- Engineers acknowledged performance issues and began investigating the cause.
- By the evening, improvements were noted, but not all users were fully connected.
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business Mar 2, 2026, 11:00 PM
Microsoft faces backlash after banning 'Microslop' from forums - Microsoft temporarily banned the term 'Microslop' from its Discord server, a term linked to user dissatisfaction with the company's AI initiatives.
- This ban led to public ridicule and discussions on platforms like Reddit, with users criticizing the company's focus on AI over quality product improvements.
- Following the backlash, Microsoft lifted the ban, highlighting the difficulties of moderating user communities while addressing their concerns.
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politics Feb 20, 2026, 11:41 PM
Reddit faces £14m fine for endangering children’s privacy - The UK Information Commissioner’s Office fined Reddit over £14 million following an investigation into its data handling practices.
- The investigation found Reddit inadequately checked the ages of its users, potentially exposing children to harmful content.
- This fine, the largest regarding children’s privacy issues in the UK, highlights ongoing challenges in ensuring online safety for younger users.
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politics Feb 9, 2026, 3:39 PM
Discord demands face scans or IDs to access adult content - Discord will introduce age verification measures for all users globally starting early March 2026.
- Users must upload ID or take a video selfie for verification, aiming to restrict access to adult content for minors.
- The platform's new policies reflect a growing trend to enhance user safety for teens in social media.
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