Topic: digital goods
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Buy In-Game Items Directly on Discord
Discord is launching in-app commerce tools, allowing users to purchase digital items like character costumes directly within the platform, which enhances convenience and creates new revenue streams for developers. The feature is launching with *Marvel Rivals* as its first partner, leveraging the ...
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YouTube Updates Gaming Violence Policy
YouTube is introducing age restrictions for users under 18 and signed-out viewers on mature gaming content, including realistic violence and simulated gambling, effective November 17th. The updated policy now covers digital assets like in-game skins and NFTs in gambling contexts and restricts soc...
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YouTube Tightens Rules on Video Game Violence
YouTube is introducing stricter age restrictions on November 17th, blocking users under 18 and those not signed in from viewing videos that focus on realistic human characters involved in mass violence or torture in video games. The platform will assess factors like the duration and prominence of...
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Apple Slashes App Store Fees for Developers
Apple has launched a Mini Apps Partner Program, reducing the commission rate to 15% for in-app purchases within mini apps to support developers of these lightweight, web-based experiences. Eligibility requires developers to use Apple's in-app purchase system, adhere to specific APIs, and follow A...
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Apple Opens iOS to Third-Party App Stores in Japan
Apple is opening iOS in Japan to third-party app stores and alternative payment processors to comply with new legislation, marking a significant shift from its closed ecosystem. The company will still charge commissions on transactions, including a 15% fee for purchases made via external website ...
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