Reddit Faces Content Quality Concerns After its Great Mod Purge - New Price News (2023-09-04)

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Reddit faces content quality concerns after its Great Mod Purge

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Reddit recently removed moderators from the r/canning subreddit after they refused to end a protest against Reddit's new API fees. This has resulted in concerns about the quality of content on the subreddit, with former moderators fearing unsafe advice could go unnoticed. The removal of experienced moderators may jeopardize user safety and reliable information within the subreddit.

Meta May Offer Ad-Free Subscriptions for Instagram and Facebook in the E.U.

Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook, is considering offering ad-free subscriptions for users in the European Union. This move comes as a response to EU policies and court rulings that aim to restrict Meta's data-collection practices. By providing ad-free options, Meta hopes to comply with these regulations while also providing a choice for users who prefer an ad-free experience.

Spotify is reportedly limiting ad payouts for white noise podcasters

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Spotify is making changes to its Ambassador Ads program, limiting ad payouts for white noise podcasters. This type of ambient noise podcast involves looping relaxing sounds, such as rain or static. While white noise podcasters will no longer be eligible for ambassador ads, they can still generate income through paid subscriptions, listener support, and automated ads. This move aims to boost Spotify's annual profits.

Foxconn founder Terry Gou resigns as a company board member

Terry Gou, the billionaire founder of major Apple supplier Foxconn, has resigned as a company board member for "personal reasons." This comes less than a week after Gou announced his bid to be Taiwan's next president. The resignation raises questions about the impact on Foxconn's future and Gou's political aspirations.

That's all for today's technology news summary. Stay tuned for more updates!

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