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Startup companies
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 days ago

Discord's Jason Citron Steps Down as CEO of the Social Chat App

Jason Citron stepped down as CEO of Discord, bringing in Humam Sakhnini as new leader ahead of a potential public offering.
fromBusiness Insider
6 days ago
Startup companies

Discord's CEO says he's stepping down, and these 3 major video game titles are at the top of his to-play list

Jason Citron is stepping down as CEO of Discord to focus on family and personal gaming projects.
Startup companies
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 days ago

Discord's Jason Citron Steps Down as CEO of the Social Chat App

Jason Citron stepped down as CEO of Discord, bringing in Humam Sakhnini as new leader ahead of a potential public offering.
fromBusiness Insider
6 days ago
Startup companies

Discord's CEO says he's stepping down, and these 3 major video game titles are at the top of his to-play list

Jason Citron is stepping down as CEO of Discord to focus on family and personal gaming projects.
more#leadership
#social-media
Online Community Development
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Prepare For Discord To Get Way Worse

Discord is crucial for gaming communities, facilitating communication among 200 million users, mainly gamers.
The platform may transition from private to public through an IPO, affecting its operation and user experience.
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago
Startup companies

Discord appoints former Activision Blizzard exec Humam Sakhnini as CEO | TechCrunch

Discord has appointed Humam Sakhnini as CEO, refocusing on gaming as it eyes an IPO.
fromFast Company
1 week ago
NYC parents

New Jersey is suing Discord for allegedly violating child safety laws

New Jersey has filed a lawsuit against Discord for failing to protect children from predators on its platform.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Fed up with Twitter, Americans are fleeing to group chats

The Discord server became essential for friends to connect and discuss complex issues during the pandemic and political events.
fromABC7 San Francisco
7 months ago
San Francisco

Dublin homicide stemmed from conversation between suspect and victim on Discord, police say

The shooting outside an apartment in Dublin was linked to online interactions on Discord between the victim and the suspect.
Online Community Development
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Prepare For Discord To Get Way Worse

Discord is crucial for gaming communities, facilitating communication among 200 million users, mainly gamers.
The platform may transition from private to public through an IPO, affecting its operation and user experience.
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago
Startup companies

Discord appoints former Activision Blizzard exec Humam Sakhnini as CEO | TechCrunch

Discord has appointed Humam Sakhnini as CEO, refocusing on gaming as it eyes an IPO.
fromFast Company
1 week ago
NYC parents

New Jersey is suing Discord for allegedly violating child safety laws

New Jersey has filed a lawsuit against Discord for failing to protect children from predators on its platform.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Fed up with Twitter, Americans are fleeing to group chats

The Discord server became essential for friends to connect and discuss complex issues during the pandemic and political events.
fromABC7 San Francisco
7 months ago
San Francisco

Dublin homicide stemmed from conversation between suspect and victim on Discord, police say

The shooting outside an apartment in Dublin was linked to online interactions on Discord between the victim and the suspect.
more#social-media
#gaming
NYC startup
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Discord is discussing an IPO | TechCrunch

Discord is exploring an IPO amidst significant market interest.
The app, valued at $14.7 billion, has turned down a Microsoft offer in the past.
Popularity spans gaming, crypto, and emerging AI sectors.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Discord Is Trying To Burrow Deeper Into The Fabric Of Gaming

Discord aims to enhance social gaming through a new Social SDK for deeper integration of its features in games.
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago
Marketing

How Discord is laying the groundwork for ads to make as much revenue as subscriptions

Discord is launching Video Quests to grow its ad business without compromising user experience or privacy. The new ads reward viewers with in-game items.
fromDigital Trends
1 month ago
Video games

Ads on Discord are imminent, but may not be as bad as rivals

Discord is introducing ads on mobile through Video Quests, allowing users to earn rewards by watching ads.
fromBGR
1 month ago
Marketing tech

Discord is bringing ads to mobile, but it's not all bad news

Discord is introducing Video Quests on mobile, allowing users to watch ads for rewards beginning June 2025.
fromArs Technica
1 month ago
Marketing tech

Discord heightens ad focus by introducing video ads to mobile apps in June

Discord will introduce video ads on its mobile app starting June 2024, shifting from its previous ad-free stance.
NYC startup
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Discord is discussing an IPO | TechCrunch

Discord is exploring an IPO amidst significant market interest.
The app, valued at $14.7 billion, has turned down a Microsoft offer in the past.
Popularity spans gaming, crypto, and emerging AI sectors.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Discord Is Trying To Burrow Deeper Into The Fabric Of Gaming

Discord aims to enhance social gaming through a new Social SDK for deeper integration of its features in games.
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago
Marketing

How Discord is laying the groundwork for ads to make as much revenue as subscriptions

Discord is launching Video Quests to grow its ad business without compromising user experience or privacy. The new ads reward viewers with in-game items.
fromDigital Trends
1 month ago
Video games

Ads on Discord are imminent, but may not be as bad as rivals

Discord is introducing ads on mobile through Video Quests, allowing users to earn rewards by watching ads.
fromBGR
1 month ago
Marketing tech

Discord is bringing ads to mobile, but it's not all bad news

Discord is introducing Video Quests on mobile, allowing users to watch ads for rewards beginning June 2025.
fromArs Technica
1 month ago
Marketing tech

Discord heightens ad focus by introducing video ads to mobile apps in June

Discord will introduce video ads on its mobile app starting June 2024, shifting from its previous ad-free stance.
more#gaming
Privacy professionals
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Nintendo is going after the person behind last year's massive Pokemon leak

Nintendo is pursuing legal action against the leaker behind the massive Pokémon data breach identified as 'GameFreakOUT'.
#child-safety
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

Discord App Exposes Children to Abuse and Graphic Content, Lawsuit Says

New Jersey sued Discord for exposing children to violence and exploitation due to poor safety measures.
fromThe Verge
1 week ago
NYC parents

Discord gets sued for allegedly violating child safety laws

New Jersey sues Discord for unsafe practices risking children's safety.
fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago
Video games

Roblox, Discord scrutinized by states over child safety issues

Florida and New Jersey officials are investigating Roblox and Discord for child safety issues.
fromSacramento Bee
1 week ago
SF parents

Kidnapped 10-year-old found 250 miles from home with man from Roblox, CA cops say

Child safety is at risk due to online communication platforms like Roblox and Discord, as illustrated by this kidnapping case.
fromwww.dw.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Turkey blocks Discord messaging platform DW 10/09/2024

Turkey bans Discord to combat child abuse and unsafe content, highlighting the challenge of monitoring such platforms.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

Discord App Exposes Children to Abuse and Graphic Content, Lawsuit Says

New Jersey sued Discord for exposing children to violence and exploitation due to poor safety measures.
SF parents
fromSacramento Bee
1 week ago

Kidnapped 10-year-old found 250 miles from home with man from Roblox, CA cops say

Child safety is at risk due to online communication platforms like Roblox and Discord, as illustrated by this kidnapping case.
fromwww.dw.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Turkey blocks Discord messaging platform DW 10/09/2024

Turkey bans Discord to combat child abuse and unsafe content, highlighting the challenge of monitoring such platforms.
more#child-safety
#age-verification
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

Discord's face scanning age checks 'start of a bigger shift'

Discord is implementing facial recognition for age verification due to new UK online safety laws.
fromThe Verge
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

Discord is verifying some users' age with ID and facial scans

Discord is implementing facial recognition and ID checks to verify users' ages in compliance with new laws.
The age verification trial is currently limited to the UK and Australia, impacting user access to sensitive content.
fromGameSpot
1 week ago
EU data protection

Discord's New Age Verification Requires ID Or Face Scans For Some Users

Discord is testing an age-verification policy to restrict access to harmful material based on user age.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

Discord's face scanning age checks 'start of a bigger shift'

Discord is implementing facial recognition for age verification due to new UK online safety laws.
fromThe Verge
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

Discord is verifying some users' age with ID and facial scans

Discord is implementing facial recognition and ID checks to verify users' ages in compliance with new laws.
The age verification trial is currently limited to the UK and Australia, impacting user access to sensitive content.
fromGameSpot
1 week ago
EU data protection

Discord's New Age Verification Requires ID Or Face Scans For Some Users

Discord is testing an age-verification policy to restrict access to harmful material based on user age.
more#age-verification
#roblox
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago
SF parents

Girl was kidnapped by man who messaged her on Roblox, officials say. 10-year-old found safe

A 10-year-old from Southern California was rescued after being kidnapped by someone she met online through Roblox and Discord.
fromDigiday
6 months ago
Marketing

Advertising Week Briefing: An inflection point for gaming, even if the hype has subsided

Gaming companies still see advertising as a growth area despite reduced sessions at Advertising Week 2024.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Girl was kidnapped by man who messaged her on Roblox, officials say. 10-year-old found safe

A 10-year-old from Southern California was rescued after being kidnapped by someone she met online through Roblox and Discord.
fromDigiday
6 months ago
Marketing

Advertising Week Briefing: An inflection point for gaming, even if the hype has subsided

Gaming companies still see advertising as a growth area despite reduced sessions at Advertising Week 2024.
more#roblox
fromClickUp
2 weeks ago
Remote teams

Discord Pricing: Plans, Features, and Alternatives | ClickUp

Discord offers diverse pricing plans catering to gamers, creators, and professionals, enhancing community engagement.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago
Mobile UX

Discord's refreshed UI includes a new overlay and full dark mode

Discord's desktop app now features a full dark mode and enhanced UI updates for improved user experience.
Video games
fromEngadget
1 month ago

The Discord app is getting video ads in June

Discord is launching mobile Quest ads in June 2025 to reward users for engaging with video content.
#game-development
fromThe Verge
1 month ago
Video games

Discord is plugging directly into games

Discord introduces a Social SDK for game developers to integrate its social features directly into games.
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Online Community Development

Discord launches SDK to help developers enhance social experiences in their games | TechCrunch

Discord launched a Social SDK for developers to enhance social and multiplayer experiences in games, improving connectivity for players.
The toolkit supports deep integration with social features, even for players without Discord accounts.
fromDeveloper Tech News
1 month ago
Gadgets

Discord releases free Social SDK for game developers at GDC

Discord's new Social SDK integrates social features into games, promoting enhanced multiplayer experiences.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago
Video games

Discord is plugging directly into games

Discord introduces a Social SDK for game developers to integrate its social features directly into games.
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Online Community Development

Discord launches SDK to help developers enhance social experiences in their games | TechCrunch

Discord launched a Social SDK for developers to enhance social and multiplayer experiences in games, improving connectivity for players.
The toolkit supports deep integration with social features, even for players without Discord accounts.
fromDeveloper Tech News
1 month ago
Gadgets

Discord releases free Social SDK for game developers at GDC

Discord's new Social SDK integrates social features into games, promoting enhanced multiplayer experiences.
more#game-development
#user-feedback
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
Privacy technologies

Opera integrates Bluesky, Slack, and Discord into its browser | TechCrunch

Bluesky, Slack, and Discord are being integrated into the Opera web browser's sidebar for enhanced user accessibility to communication tools.
fromZDNET
2 months ago
DevOps

Opera's sidebar upgrade makes it easier to access your favorite apps - here's how

Opera enriches user experience with new sidebar integrations for Bluesky, Discord, and Slack.
Privacy technologies
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Opera integrates Bluesky, Slack, and Discord into its browser | TechCrunch

Bluesky, Slack, and Discord are being integrated into the Opera web browser's sidebar for enhanced user accessibility to communication tools.
DevOps
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Opera's sidebar upgrade makes it easier to access your favorite apps - here's how

Opera enriches user experience with new sidebar integrations for Bluesky, Discord, and Slack.
more#user-feedback
UK news
fromwww.hackneygazette.co.uk
2 months ago

Hackney man downloaded child sex abuse images and shared to online criminal group

Richard Ehiemere was convicted for facilitating a misogynistic online network that exploited vulnerable individuals, particularly girls, through extreme coercion.
fromVG247
2 months ago
Video games

Is your life missing an endless stream of GTA 6 waffle? Rockstar's set up an official Discord that already has an entire channel for wondering "Will GTA 6 introduce Sex 2"

The newly launched official Discord server for GTA 6 is a hub of speculation and excitement for fans.
#community-engagement
fromCGMagazine
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Discord's Impact on Communication: Revolutionizing How We Connect

Discord redefines online communication by creating organized, engaging environments for various communities, enhancing remote work and study interactions.
It serves as a multifunctional platform for gamers, students, and remote teams, facilitating better organized and enjoyable group interactions.
fromBenzinga
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Media, Management And Content Delivery On Discord - Asset Entities (NASDAQ:ASST)

Asset Entities is leveraging Discord for innovative social media marketing.
The company is the first publicly traded entity based on Discord.
fromCGMagazine
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Discord's Impact on Communication: Revolutionizing How We Connect

Discord redefines online communication by creating organized, engaging environments for various communities, enhancing remote work and study interactions.
It serves as a multifunctional platform for gamers, students, and remote teams, facilitating better organized and enjoyable group interactions.
fromBenzinga
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Media, Management And Content Delivery On Discord - Asset Entities (NASDAQ:ASST)

Asset Entities is leveraging Discord for innovative social media marketing.
The company is the first publicly traded entity based on Discord.
more#community-engagement
#communication
Miscellaneous
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago

Russia cut off its troops from Discord, the video gaming comms tool they use to coordinate attacks in Ukraine

Russian authorities banned Discord over illegal content, despite its importance for military communication.
fromClickUp
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Discord vs. WhatsApp: Which Chat App is Better for Work?

Choose the right messaging app based on your project's communication needs.
WhatsApp is ideal for simple, individual messaging while Discord suits dynamic community interactions.
Miscellaneous
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago

Russia cut off its troops from Discord, the video gaming comms tool they use to coordinate attacks in Ukraine

Russian authorities banned Discord over illegal content, despite its importance for military communication.
fromClickUp
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Discord vs. WhatsApp: Which Chat App is Better for Work?

Choose the right messaging app based on your project's communication needs.
WhatsApp is ideal for simple, individual messaging while Discord suits dynamic community interactions.
more#communication
fromThe New Yorker
4 months ago
Fashion & style

The Joseph Pulitzer of the Young Thug Trial

A die-hard Young Thug fan navigated and analyzed the rapper's complex legal trial via Discord, showcasing grassroots engagement with the legal system.
#cybersecurity
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

Meet the scrappy tech company taking on Slack

Disney's departure from Slack highlights the growing concern over single points of failure in tech platforms.
Matrix provides a decentralized and secure alternative to centralized communication tools.
fromTheregister
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Guardsman gets 15 years after leaking secret info on Discord

Jack Teixeira was sentenced to 15 years for leaking classified military secrets through Discord, significantly harming U.S. national security.
fromPolygon
5 months ago
Video games

Netflix subpoenas Discord to ID alleged Arcane, Squid Game leaker

Netflix is seeking to identify leakers behind the unauthorized release of their shows' footage on Discord.
fromTheregister
1 year ago
Information security

Discord snoop site Spy.pet is offline, banned from platform

Data harvesting site Spy.pet was dismantled after public exposure, highlighting the importance of transparency and scrutiny in cybersecurity.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

Meet the scrappy tech company taking on Slack

Disney's departure from Slack highlights the growing concern over single points of failure in tech platforms.
Matrix provides a decentralized and secure alternative to centralized communication tools.
fromTheregister
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Guardsman gets 15 years after leaking secret info on Discord

Jack Teixeira was sentenced to 15 years for leaking classified military secrets through Discord, significantly harming U.S. national security.
fromPolygon
5 months ago
Video games

Netflix subpoenas Discord to ID alleged Arcane, Squid Game leaker

Netflix is seeking to identify leakers behind the unauthorized release of their shows' footage on Discord.
fromTheregister
1 year ago
Information security

Discord snoop site Spy.pet is offline, banned from platform

Data harvesting site Spy.pet was dismantled after public exposure, highlighting the importance of transparency and scrutiny in cybersecurity.
more#cybersecurity
Miscellaneous
fromEngadget
5 months ago

Discord leaker Jack Teixeira gets 15-year sentence for sharing classified documents

Jack Teixeira sentenced to 15 years for leaking classified military documents on Discord.
fromClickUp
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

How to Add a Calendar to Discord | ClickUp

Discord users have long requested a native calendar feature for better event management.
Integrating external calendar tools with Discord enhances event planning efficiency.
#nexon
Miscellaneous
fromThe Verge
6 months ago

Discord says piracy subpoena would violate users' First Amendment rights

Discord is defending user anonymity and First Amendment rights in a legal dispute over complying with a subpoena related to copyright infringement.
fromThe Verge
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Discord says piracy subpoena would violate users' First Amendment rights

Discord defends user anonymity against Nexon's piracy claims, citing First Amendment rights amid a DMCA subpoena dispute.
Miscellaneous
fromThe Verge
6 months ago

Discord says piracy subpoena would violate users' First Amendment rights

Discord is defending user anonymity and First Amendment rights in a legal dispute over complying with a subpoena related to copyright infringement.
fromThe Verge
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Discord says piracy subpoena would violate users' First Amendment rights

Discord defends user anonymity against Nexon's piracy claims, citing First Amendment rights amid a DMCA subpoena dispute.
more#nexon
fromGameSpot
6 months ago
Video games

New Destiny 2 Discord Quest Gets You A Free Shader

Bungie and Discord offer players a free in-game shader for playing Destiny 2, bridging social and gaming experiences.
#end-to-end-encryption
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Strong End-to-End Encryption Comes to Discord Calls

Discord's new end-to-end encryption for voice and video chats enhances user security compared to other platforms.
fromTechCrunch
7 months ago
Startup companies

Discord launches end-to-end encrypted voice and video chats | TechCrunch

Discord is implementing end-to-end encryption for audio and video calls, enhancing user privacy.
fromEngadget
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Discord is rolling out end-to-end encryption for voice and video calls

Discord is implementing end-to-end encryption for audio and video calls to enhance user privacy without compromising call quality.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Strong End-to-End Encryption Comes to Discord Calls

Discord's new end-to-end encryption for voice and video chats enhances user security compared to other platforms.
fromTechCrunch
7 months ago
Startup companies

Discord launches end-to-end encrypted voice and video chats | TechCrunch

Discord is implementing end-to-end encryption for audio and video calls, enhancing user privacy.
fromEngadget
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Discord is rolling out end-to-end encryption for voice and video calls

Discord is implementing end-to-end encryption for audio and video calls to enhance user privacy without compromising call quality.
more#end-to-end-encryption
#school-shooting
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago
US news

Report Details Interview of Georgia Suspect in Prior School Shooting Threat

Anonymous tips warned of threats on Discord linked to a 13-year-old; he later shot two students and two teachers at his school.
fromWashington Post
7 months ago
US news

Discord messages leading to FBI tip of Georgia school shooting suspect released

Online threats of a school shooting linked to a Discord user spurred police questioning, though the suspect's connection remains unsubstantiated.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago

Report Details Interview of Georgia Suspect in Prior School Shooting Threat

Anonymous tips warned of threats on Discord linked to a 13-year-old; he later shot two students and two teachers at his school.
fromWashington Post
7 months ago
US news

Discord messages leading to FBI tip of Georgia school shooting suspect released

Online threats of a school shooting linked to a Discord user spurred police questioning, though the suspect's connection remains unsubstantiated.
more#school-shooting
fromClickUp
8 months ago
Software development

10 Best Discord Servers for Software Engineers | ClickUp

Discord is valuable for software engineers, offering networking, resources, and career opportunities.
fromCreative Bloq
10 months ago
Graphic design

Users are already mocking the Discord rebrand

Discord announced a brand refresh on its ninth anniversary, emphasizing its gaming roots and new features.
Web design
fromThe Verge
10 months ago

Discord is making it easier for app developers to make money

Discord introduces a new 'Growth' tier with a 15% platform fee for developers' first $1 million in sales.
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