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technology1 year ago•1 min saved

Funko's Phishing Report Sparks Itch.io Takedown Controversy

Funko faced backlash after its AI-powered Brand Protection Software falsely flagged itch.io, leading to a temporary shutdown. The situation escalated when Funko allegedly contacted the mother of itch.io's founder, Leaf Corcoran, to complain about his public criticism. This move has been widely criticized as inappropriate and possibly illegal. Funko has yet to officially respond to these accusations, while the gaming community, including Devolver Digital, has shown support for Corcoran.

via 80.lv|

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technology1 year ago•1 min saved

Itch.io Offline After False Phishing Alert from Funko

Indie game platform itch.io was taken offline after Funko allegedly filed a false phishing report using AI-powered brand protection software Brand Shield. Despite challenging the report, itch.io's domain was disabled by their registrar, leading to calls for legal action due to lost revenue. The incident has sparked frustration among developers and users who rely on the platform. Itch.io recently implemented a policy requiring developers to disclose the use of generative AI in their work.

via Eurogamer|

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