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Instagram is offering creators up to $20,000 to bring people to the app
- Instagram is offering a new program called 'Referrals' that pays US-based creators for driving people to the app.
- Creators can earn up to $20,000 by getting paid $100 for every new user who signs up or for every 1,000 eligible visits to the app.
- The 'Referrals' program is invite-only and will run for six weeks from May through June, with payments handled by a third-party partner called Glimmer.
- Instagram is encouraging creators to share links off the platform on websites and apps like TikTok, YouTube, Discord, and Substack to participate in the program.
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Next Call of Duty Might Include Controversial Game Mechanic
- A new leak suggests that the upcoming Call of Duty game may feature the controversial wall running mechanic.
- Data miners found the wall running mechanic in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6’s files, sparking speculation about its potential inclusion.
- The wall running feature, previously seen in Black Ops 3 and Infinite Warfare, offers a new level of movement dynamics for players.
- Despite the divisive reception of wall running in past games, its presence in the files of Black Ops 6 does not confirm its inclusion in the final release.
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Rumour — Call Of Duty 2025 To Bring Back Wall Running Mechanic
- Rumours suggest that the upcoming Call of Duty 2025 game may reintroduce the wall running mechanic from previous titles.
- Leaked information from dataminers on @CODWarfareForum hints at the return of wall running in the speculated new chapter of the Black Ops saga.
- The game, which is believed to be part of the Black Ops series, is rumored to potentially be the sequel to Call of Duty: Black Ops II.
- Other speculations include a Zombies mode with six round-based maps, and the game may not be exclusive to current-generation systems.
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Call of Duty Warzone Mobile enters maintenance mode after underperforming with ‘mobile-first players’
- Activision has announced that Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile will enter maintenance mode after underperforming with mobile-first players compared to PC and console audiences.
- Updates to the game will end as it did not meet expectations with mobile players, leading to the game being removed from app stores and in-app purchases being disabled.
- The existing game will remain online with shared inventories and matchmaking, but new content updates will no longer be delivered to the mobile version of the game.
- Players are encouraged to try Call of Duty Mobile, which is still running with its third season, while Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile will no longer receive new seasonal content and gameplay updates.
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The Daily Grind: Which MMOs try the hardest to win back lapsed players?
- Some top-tier MMOs are not making efforts to win back lapsed players despite their potential value.
- In the past, MMOs used free-play periods to entice former players to return, but this approach is less common now with the rise of F2P models.
- Elder Scrolls Online and World of Warcraft occasionally use free-play periods to attract lapsed players back.
- There is a lack of strong efforts from most MMOs to bring back lapsed players, despite the nostalgia factor and low barriers to re-entry.
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Activision to Shut Down Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile Soon
- Activision has officially ended support for Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile, the company's biggest project on the mobile gaming platform.
- Due to performance issues like lag, crashing, and graphics problems, the number of users declined, leading to Warzone Mobile's failure to sustain growth.
- Warzone Mobile is no longer available for download on the App Store or Google Play, with in-game purchases disabled as the game moves towards full shutdown.
- Despite high hopes from fans, Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile struggled to achieve success on mobile devices, highlighting the challenges of bringing complex games to mobile platforms.
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I was an HR manager at Meta who helped guide the layoff process. Then they cut my role too — here's what being laid off taught me.
- Chikara Kennedy, a former senior HR manager at Meta who helped with layoffs, was herself laid off from the company in 2023.
- Despite being a high performer, Kennedy was shocked to learn that her role was impacted by the layoffs, leading to a range of emotions including grief, anger, and anxiety.
- After taking time for self-reflection during a solo retreat to Bali, Kennedy decided to start her own coaching company, Chikara Power Coaching, focusing on empowering women through retreats and coaching sessions.
- Kennedy emphasizes the importance of not letting a layoff define one's worth, and encourages those going through similar experiences to see it as an opportunity for personal growth and self-discovery.
- She now splits her time between Washington, DC, and Mexico, leading retreats and providing guidance to women seeking transformation in their careers and lives.
- Kennedy's retreats include various activities such as guided meditation, healing ceremonies, and wellness workshops aimed at helping participants achieve meaningful change.
- Her experience of being laid off from Meta has reshaped her perspective on work, identity, and personal fulfillment, inspiring her to pursue a path focused on empowerment and self-discovery.
- Kennedy's story serves as a reminder that challenges like layoffs can lead to significant personal growth and new opportunities if approached with resilience and openness to change.
- Through her journey from HR manager to coach and retreat leader, Kennedy offers advice and support to others facing similar transitions and encourages them to prioritize self-discovery and personal fulfillment.
- For those navigating layoffs or career changes, Kennedy advocates for embracing the process as a chance to redefine goals, strengths, and aspirations, leading to potentially transformative outcomes.
- Her story underscores the power of resilience, self-reflection, and pursuing one's passions in turning challenging situations into opportunities for growth and fulfillment.
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Meta Asks Judge To Dismiss FTC Antitrust Case
- Meta Platforms has filed a motion to dismiss the US Federal Trade Commission's antitrust case against it, claiming the regulator did not prove its argument effectively.
- Meta argues that the FTC failed to meet the legal standard required under antitrust law despite five weeks of trial.
- The company asserts that it faces intense competition from platforms like TikTok and YouTube, defending against the accusation of dominating the social media market segment.
- Meta contends that the FTC's case presents a 'weak market definition that ignores reality' and is seeking a judgement on partial findings to potentially end the trial early.
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Big Tech is winning the battle of the bulge
- Big tech companies like Microsoft, Intel, Amazon, and Google are cutting middle management jobs to increase efficiency and decision-making speed.
- Flattening structures can be beneficial but companies risk cutting too many managers, leaving remaining staff with too many direct reports.
- Intel emphasized more time in the office and leaner teams with CEO Lip-Bu Tan stating that 'the best leaders get the most done with the fewest people.'
- Amazon and Google have also increased the ratio of individual contributors to managers, aiming for efficiency.
- Meta's CEO Mark Zuckerberg advocates for a flatter structure, mentioning that 'flatter is faster.'
- The shift to reduce management layers aims to speed up decision-making and connect employees more closely to the organization.
- Companies like Dell and Bayer have introduced new organizational setups to delegate decision-making to employees closer to customers or technology.
- While reducing middle management can improve efficiency, it can also lead to challenges like employees handling more direct reports and increased meeting times.
- Research indicates that the quality of managers is crucial for team performance, regardless of the number of direct reports.
- Strong managers play a significant role in developing talent and impacting a company's bottom line.
- While flattening structures can enhance decision-making, it may hinder future growth if not managed effectively by developing capable leaders.
- Overall, the trend of reducing middle management signifies a shift towards leaner, more agile organizational structures focused on enhancing efficiency and innovation.
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MMO Week in Review: Blue Protocol, Warborne, and Equinox Homecoming
- Blue Protocol Star Resonance, the revised version of Blue Protocol, will be available on PC in the west later this year, expanding beyond mobile play in China.
- Equinox Homecoming, an MMO, was released with excitement, highlighting current and upcoming content, but players noted some issues with the build.
- Warborne Above Ashes, a PvP MMO, was praised for blending fantasy and post-apocalyptic elements in a structured PvP world.
- Cubic Odyssey's potential was overshadowed by an excessive focus on progression, hindering the gameplay experience.
- Gacha MMO subgenre problems and the use of pity and free content to encourage spending money were explored.
- Star Citizen faced backlash for introducing new pay-to-win elements during the Invictus Launch Week free-fly event.
- NCsoft's quarterly report for Q1 2025 revealed revenue drops, with Guild Wars 2's Janthir Wilds increase ending and Aion 2 gearing up for a reveal date.
- Apple's ongoing legal disputes led to Fortnite being removed from the App Store globally, prompting Epic Games to seek intervention from the courts.
- Crystal of Atlan, a cross-platform action MMO, announced its launch date for May 28, offering fast-paced gameplay with magipunk theming.
- MMOs were scrutinized for predatory monetization practices, including World of Warcraft's misjudged patch content quality and player activity.
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The MOP Up: Squirreled Away gives into player demands to create an unlimited treehouse mode
- Squirreled Away is introducing a full-on creative mode for tree houses in response to player demands.
- Patch 1.2.4 of Last Epoch improved visuals and added quality-of-life features.
- EVE Online saw increased player activity in April, contributing to a positive active ISK delta.
- Various MMORPGs like Hearthstone, Wakfu, DCUO, Villagers and Heroes, PlanetSide 2, Uncharted Waters Online, PUBG Battlegrounds, and Elden Ring Nightreign highlighted their recent updates and additions.
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Instagram investigation finds sexual content is served to Teen acounts
- An investigation by Design It For Us and Accountable Tech found that Instagram's Teen accounts are serving sexual content despite safety promises.
- Over a span of two weeks, all five test Teen accounts showed sexual content despite enabling sensitive content filters.
- The flagged content included sexual acts, harmful body image concepts, alcohol consumption promotion, and racist/homophobic/misogynistic content.
- Meta claimed the findings were flawed, stating that millions of teens have a safer experience through Instagram Teen Accounts but acknowledged looking into problematic content recommendations.
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The Guardian view on Labour’s competition policy: don’t let big tech set the agenda | Editorial
- Labour in the UK is leaning towards a more conciliatory approach with big tech and AI firms, potentially undermining efforts to build a more productive economy.
- Recent moves by Labour to relax competition regulations in favor of tech giants could lead to short-lived and uneven growth according to the Institute for Public Policy Research.
- Dominant firms with significant market power are leading to higher living costs across various sectors such as vet surgeries and funeral businesses, eroding living standards.
- The emphasis should be on targeting corporate power to promote a healthier and dynamic economy, rather than pandering to incumbents that may contribute to the low-wage, low-productivity slump.
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World of Warcraft admits to dropping the quality bar and misreading player activity with patch 11.1.5
- World of Warcraft faced backlash from players due to patch 11.1.5's time-gated content and numerous bugs.
- Senior game director Ion Hazzikostas acknowledges the misstep, stating that they may have misjudged the balance of the patch and the expectations of players.
- Blizzard is working on addressing bugs more aggressively and improving their testing and data verification processes to prevent similar issues in the future.
- Patch 11.1.5 serves as a learning opportunity for Blizzard to enhance content delivery and manage player expectations better, with a hope for smoother updates in the future.
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One Shots: Saving on electricity bills
- Observation on magically glowing wall crystals in MMOs cutting down electricity bills.
- Discussion on different versions of Final Fantasy XIV's Vincent character.
- MolleaFauss touring Elder Scrolls Online's Summerset and mentioning the High Elves' architectural preferences.
- Player's experience of playing through Myth Drannor in Dungeons and Dragons Online and thoughts on the area.
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