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Apple aims at “Sexually explicit content” in Epic Games case

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3 years ago

May 10, 2021

The ongoing court case between Fortnite Developer Epic Games and technology giant Apple is heating up with the outcome of the case set to alter the future of digital distribution for in app purchases and game developers.

Today Apple lawyers made claims about “sexually explicit material” being available on the Epic Games store enquiring about the providers stance on NOT selling games that are “offensive or sexualized” as stated by Epic Games Store VP Steve Allison, who went on to explain that “You cannot access those apps through the Epic Games Store,”

Last year Epic games snuck around Apple’s 30% developer deal for in app purchases within their popular video game Fortnite Mobile (The game was swiftly removed from the App store after the company was found to be using digital currency within the game known as Vbucks circumventing the agreement) – It was this action and the subsequent removal that has resulted in the court case.

The digital platform does however allow the download of the online app – ITCH.io which does host independent titles containing varying degrees of adult content. Several titles were said to be too explicit to mention in the courtroom.

Epic games continues to seek changes to the agreement Apple maintains on the sale of in game digital assets – And of course will be looking to undo the removal of their most downloaded title: Fortnite Mobile which has been off the App store since August last year.

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Portal between countries shut down after international flashing

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1 day ago

May 17, 2024

Nathan Langridge

An international video portal has been forced to shut down after an OnlyFans model reportedly flashed passersby from across the globe.

On this episode of Ahron and Mike Live – Which would you prefer; pay rise or work perks, an international portal closes, the military reveal a submarine stingray and are you on a top or bottom burger bun?

Ticker’s Ahron Young & Mike Loder discuss. #featured #trending

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Is cloud technology the solution for every organisation’s needs?

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2 days ago

May 16, 2024

Nathan Langridge

Amidst the dominance of cloud technologies in the tech landscape, questions are rising over applicability and its cost implications.

As businesses increasingly migrate to cloud technologies, skepticism is brewing over whether it’s the optimal solution for every organisational need.

Additionally, the notion of “free” cloud services is being challenged, highlighting the importance of understanding the true costs and benefits associated with cloud adoption.

Harsha Patil, Engineering manager, California USA shares his key insights on the cloud conundrum. #featured

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Does American media have TikTok bias?

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2 days ago

May 16, 2024

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While the fate of TikTok remains uncertain in the U.S.—there is no shortage of possibilities.

Several investors are hoping to benefit from a new federal law that requires TikTok’s China-based parent company to sell the popular platform or face a ban.

This comes after ByteDance and TikTok filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government to block the law from going into effect.

Meanwhile, eight TikTok creators filed their own challenge, arguing the law violates their First Amendment rights to free speech.

But as the saga continues many media outlets are defending the platform.

David Zhang from China Insider joins Veronica Dudo to discuss. #IN AMERICA TODAY #trending #TikTok #TikTokban #socialmedia #China