Topic: platform bans
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Anonymous App NGL Acquired by Mode Mobile's EarnPhone
NGL, a controversial anonymous messaging app popular with teens, has been acquired by Mode Mobile, the company behind the ad-centric "EarnPhone." The FTC banned NGL from minors and fined it $5 million for deceptive practices, including using bots to send fake messages to drive paid subscriptions....
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‘Horses’: Why the Year's Most Controversial Game Disappoints
The game 'Horses' was banned from major platforms, sparking a debate about censorship and corporate control that overshadowed discussion of its quality. Despite public sympathy for the developers, the game itself is criticized as a narrative and thematic disappointment, using shock value without ...
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Horror Game 'Horses' Pulled from Stores Amid Censorship Fears
The horror game 'Horses' was abruptly banned from major storefronts like Steam and Epic Games, with each platform citing different and often vague policy violations, creating confusion for its developers. This incident highlights a trend where platforms, influenced by external pressure from advoc...
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Roblox Bans User Who Hunted Alleged Groomers
Roblox banned a prominent user known for "predator hunting" after issuing a cease-and-desist, citing his disruptive methods that bypassed official safety channels despite his goal of protecting children. The case underscores escalating legal and public scrutiny, with multiple states suing Roblox ...
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