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Originally Published 13 days ago — by Gizmodo
CD Projekt has sold its DRM-free game storefront GOG to co-founder Michał Kiciński for about $25 million, allowing the company to focus on developing new video games, while GOG continues to operate independently with plans to release future CD Projekt titles and maintain its focus on classic and indie games.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Gizmodo
Nintendo's Switch 2 is introducing game-key cards that act as download links rather than full physical copies, raising concerns about game ownership, preservation, and DRM. Critics argue this shift favors digital control over true ownership, risking the loss of access if servers go offline or if physical tokens are lost, potentially marking the end of physical game ownership for many players.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by BBC
A new report criticizes Amazon, Google, Meta, and Microsoft for their inaction on the industrial-scale piracy of premium video services, especially live sports, facilitated by devices like Amazon Fire Stick and the depreciation of DRM systems, which results in significant revenue loss for broadcasters and increased cyber risks for users.