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technology2 years ago

"Slack Drops X Integration, Streamlining User Experience"

Slack has retired its integration with X (formerly Twitter) due to API changes introduced earlier this year. The changes affected the functionality of the integration, leading to its removal from customer workspaces. X's ban on third-party apps and recent ownership changes have resulted in several useful features relying on X/Twitter data being discontinued. Slack's decision to retire the integration follows the announcement of retiring its status account on X.

via The Verge|
#api-changes#integration#retirement
technology2 years ago

"Reddit's Great Mod Purge Raises Concerns Over Content Quality"

Reddit's recent removal of moderators who protested against the platform's new API fees has raised concerns about the quality of content on the site. Former moderators of the r/canning subreddit, who hold science-related master's degrees, fear that the lack of subject matter expertise among replacement moderators could lead to the spread of dangerous misinformation. They worry that unsafe canning advice may go unnoticed, potentially putting users at risk. The hasty appointment of replacement mods and the removal of experienced moderators have raised questions about whether Reddit prioritized reopening subreddits over finding the best people for the job.

via Ars Technica|
#api-changes#canning#content-quality
technology2 years ago

"Reddit Protests: A Fading Flame or a Lingering Spark?"

Three major subreddits, r/aww, r/pics, and r/videos, have ended their protest against Reddit's API changes, which initially led to the adoption of rules requiring content featuring John Oliver. While some smaller subreddits are still dark, the protest has largely waned, with only r/fitness remaining as a major protesting subreddit. Despite the end of the protest, many users remain disgruntled with Reddit's handling of the API changes.

via Slashdot|
#api-changes#john-oliver#protests
technology2 years ago

Reddit Asserts Control Over Protested Subreddit Amid Moderator Backlash

Reddit has taken control of r/malefashionadvice, a subreddit with over 5.4 million subscribers, after it participated in a protest against changes to the platform's API. The protest led to a drop in traffic for Reddit, and the company warned moderators that it would replace them if they kept their subreddits private or in read-only mode. Reddit has now appointed an admin account to be the sole moderator of r/malefashionadvice and is seeking volunteers to take over other subreddits affected by the protest.

via Engadget|
#api-changes#moderation#protest
technology2 years ago

Reddit's API Changes Spark Shutdown of Popular Third-Party Apps

Reddit has faced backlash and protests from developers and moderators after announcing changes to its data API, resulting in the shutdown of popular third-party apps like Apollo and Sync for Reddit. Many subreddits went dark in protest, and the company's CEO defended the decision, sparking further controversy. While some communities have reopened with relaxed rules or in restricted mode, the protest continues in various forms. Reddit has exempted certain accessibility-focused apps from API charges but has faced criticism for lacking adequate moderator tools. The company is now focused on profitability and potential IPO plans, while some communities are exploring alternative platforms. The future of the API pricing structure remains uncertain.

via TechCrunch|
#api-changes#community-protests#moderators
technology2 years ago

Minecraft Subreddit Abandons Reddit Amid API Changes and Protests

Mojang, the developer of Minecraft, has announced that it will no longer use Reddit to post official updates for the game due to recent changes in Reddit's API. The team will now use the Minecraft website or another social media platform for updates. This decision comes as many subreddits have organized protests by going private to voice their concerns about the platform's changes.

via GameSpot|
#api-changes#minecraft#mojang
technology2 years ago

Reddit Protests Escalate with NSFW Tactics and Community Shutdowns.

Reddit moderators protested upcoming API changes by making their subreddits unavailable to advertisers. Some subreddits abandoned most of their rules, including a repeal on the “no NSFW” content ban. Reddit removed the moderators of the participating subreddits, including r/MildlyInteresting, r/interestingasfuck, and r/TIHI. The moderators found their accounts had been suspended for 7 days, though most of them were later restored. The protest could have longstanding consequences for the app, and Reddit stripping moderators of access to their forums is an unprecedented move.

via The Mary Sue|
#api-changes#moderators#nsfw
social-media2 years ago

Reddit and Steam Subreddits Face Unique Challenges

Reddit moderators are protesting against API changes made by the company by marking their subreddits NSFW and loosening the rules about what users can post. However, Reddit is stepping in with some of these subreddits and removing moderators. It is also threatening them with punitive action and asking them to remove the NSFW label. Despite this, some subreddits still remain NSFW. Over 2,700 subreddits are still private or restricted, according to a tracker.

via TechCrunch|
#api-changes#moderators#nsfw
technology2 years ago

The Unpredictable World of Reddit Protests.

Reddit's r/pics community, which has been protesting the platform's upcoming API changes by only allowing images of comedian John Oliver to be posted, has now allowed "any and all media featuring John Oliver." The community has renamed itself r/PICS: "Posts Illuminating Comedian's Sexiness." The move comes after 6,500 subreddits went dark last week to protest Reddit's decision to charge third-party developers for API access. Despite ongoing protests, Reddit's CEO Steve Huffman is refusing to budge on the API plans.

via Mashable|
#api-changes#creative#john-oliver
technology2 years ago

Reddit's Subreddits Take a Stand Against Platform Changes

Several subreddits that historically prohibited porn have started allowing users to post NSFW content to protest Reddit's decision to charge for access to its API, affecting thousands of third-party clients and apps that tie into the platform. By allowing their subreddits to be filled with posts deemed not safe for work, the moderators have made sure Reddit can't monetize them. The site’s response to the situation has been swift – administrators have reportedly removed whole moderating teams for communities that labeled themselves NSFW. Reddit CEO Steve Huffman said, "It's a small group that's very upset, and there's no way around that. We made a business decision that upset them."

via Engadget|
#api-changes#nsfw-content#protest
technology2 years ago

The Aftermath of Reddit's Blackout Protests.

Reddit CEO Steve Huffman defends the API changes that are forcing some third-party developers to shut down their apps, stating that those third-party apps aren’t adding much value to the platform. Huffman takes issue with the third-party apps that are building a business on top of his own. He believes that they need to pay for this and that covering Reddit’s asking price with only 30 days’ notice would have been nigh-impossible. More than 80 percent of the top 5,000 communities by daily active users are now open, according to a fact sheet shared by the company on Thursday.

via The Verge|
#api-changes#protest#reddit
social-media2 years ago

"Subreddit Blackout Sparks Reddit Protest"

More than 300 subreddits, including popular ones like r/aww, r/music r/videos, and r/futurology, plan to go dark indefinitely after a large protest against Reddit’s API changes ends on June 14. This means users won’t be able to access these communities during this blackout. The blackout was announced after an internal memo by Reddit CEO Steve Huffman, who backed the new API pricing and even took jabs at third-party apps. Reddit is reportedly planning to go public this year and has laid off 5% of its staff to cut costs.

via TechCrunch|
#api-changes#blackout#reddit
technology2 years ago

Reddit Faces Backlash as Subreddits Go Dark in Protest.

Reddit CEO Steve Huffman is unconcerned about the ongoing protests over the company's sudden API changes, which have led to a number of community-moderated subreddits going private. Huffman said that while there's a "lot of noise" right now, it "will pass." He also said that Reddit "has not seen any significant revenue impact so far." The blackouts are in support of third-party Reddit app Apollo and other third-party apps, some of which will soon be forced offline by the amount of money that Reddit wants to charge for API access and the limited amount of time that developers have to make changes before accruing fees.

via MacRumors|
#api-changes#protest#reddit
technology2 years ago

Reddit Subreddits Stage Blackout in Protest of API Changes and Pricing Policy.

Over 6,000 subreddits, including popular ones like r/funny and r/gaming, have gone private to protest Reddit's upcoming API pricing changes, which have caused third-party app developers to shut down their apps. Some subreddits are going private for 48 hours, while others plan to stay private until changes are made. Some subreddits are restricting new posts, while others are allowing only posts about the API changes. Developers and moderators are hoping Reddit will listen to their concerns and make concrete promises to give developers more time.

via The Verge|
#api-changes#protest#reddit
technology2 years ago

"Reddit in Turmoil: Revolts, Drama, and Blackouts"

Hundreds of subreddits are going dark and thousands more are planning to follow in protest of API changes that will force many third-party apps to shut down. Reddit CEO Steve Huffman's responses to the community's frustration have been met with anger and accusations of lying. The protest will end when Reddit addresses issues with the API, accessibility for blind people, and parity in access to NSFW content. Over 4,500 communities are pledging to go dark, with over 200 already having done so.

via The Verge|
#api-changes#moderators#protest