The Reddit protests are winding down—so what’s next?
Ars spoke with community mods about where Reddit goes from here. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) Over 8,400 subreddits went dark from June 12 through June 14 in protest over new API pricing that is about t.....»»
Reddit controversy continues, with disabled moderators criticizing latest news
There’s no sign of any letup in the Reddit controversy. After the company threatened protesting moderators, it’s now facing kickback from moderators with disabilities … more… The post Reddit controversy continues, with disabled moderators.....»»
Reddit threatened protesting moderators: Subreddits ‘cannot remain closed’
Reddit threatened multiple moderators of subreddits, after they made the decision to remain closed as a continuing protest against the upcoming API charges that killed the popular third-party app Apollo. Effectively, they have been told that the sub.....»»
Reddit plans accessibility changes to iOS app as community fury continues
Reddit is introducing a number of changes to its iOS app aimed at "improving the accessibility" of moderation tools for the community platform, in what could be a bid to try and change the sentiment of disgruntled users.Throughout June, Reddit has be.....»»
Reddit users bombard site with John Oliver pictures in latest protest over new policy
After staging a widespread blackout to protest Reddit's plans for a controversial new pricing policy, some users are now trying a different tactic: flooding the social network with John Oliver pictures......»»
After porn-y protest, Reddit ousted mods; replacing them isn’t simple
Replacement volunteers have big shoes to fill. Enlarge (credit: Getty) After threatening to do so last week, Reddit has now removed the moderators of some of the subreddits that were protesting Reddit's new API pricing.....»»
Reddit API backlash continues, with moderators demonetizing subreddits
The Reddit API backlash continues, with moderators finding a new way to protest: They’ve come up with a simple way to demonetize their subreddits, to ensure the company cannot profit from them. The latest development has seen moderators removed, a.....»»
Reddit usage metrics fall thanks to CEO’s plan to boost revenue
While CEO Steve Huffman may be dismissive of the thousands of subreddits going dark to protest his planned API changes, new Reddit usage metrics show that the protests had a definite effect. Analytics data shows that daily visits dropped steadily as.....»»
Reddit hacker demands $4.5M and a change to new API rule
Ransomware group BlackCat has claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on Reddit in February and is now demanding a $4.5 million payment......»»
Hackers threaten to leak stolen data if Reddit doesn’t reverse API changes
The situation surrounding Reddit’s changes to its API continues to get even weirder. Earlier this year, a ransomware group used a sophisticated phishing attack to steal 80GB of data from Reddit. Now, ransomware group BlackCat is claiming responsib.....»»
Reddit got hacked, and that"s not even the most ludicrous news about it today
The protest against Reddit's API changes continue, with hackers demanding API cost changes as part of a ransom demand, while subreddits tap the power of John Oliver and Tim Cook.Reddit's management is currently under fire from users over a decision t.....»»
Hackers threaten to leak stolen Reddit data if company doesn"t pay $4.5 million and change controversial pricing policy
Reddit's month may be going from bad to worse......»»
Why is Reddit full of pictures of John Oliver?
Some of the biggest subreddits are now only allowing posts featuring the British comedian......»»
Reddit protesters bombard site with John Oliver pictures
Some of the biggest subreddits are now only allowing posts featuring the British comedian......»»
The BlackCat ransomware gang is now threatening to leak stolen Reddit data
BlackCat claims to have 80GB of stolen data from Reddit, and is threatening to leak it if no agreement is met......»»
7 awesome Reddit alternatives you should try right now
If you're looking to spend your online time somewhere other than Reddit, these are the sites you should be looking at......»»
Reddit"s fight with its most powerful users enters new phase as blackout continues
After nearly a week of mass protests on Reddit directed at its management, the company's strategy appears to be simple: power through......»»
Reddit tyrant-in-chief finds more fuel for the dumpster fire with threat to replace moderators
“Anyone else feel like it’s getting hot in here?” That’s what Reddit CEO Steve Huffman would ask if he was remotely aware of the dumpster fire that he continues to fuel around the community he helped build. Instead, the former cofounder and.....»»
Google is “winding down” Google Domains by selling it to Squarespace
Transition is automatic, but Squarespace honoring renewal fees for only 1 year. Enlarge / These Corporate Memphis folks are going to have to look elsewhere soon to get their own domain, unless they're good with Squarespace. (cred.....»»
Apple subreddit reopens after moderation team threatened with removal
The Apple subreddit has reopened under duress after a protest about API fees was squashed by threats from the company's CEO to remove the moderation teams of closed subreddits.Reddit coerces mods to reopen subredditsReddit's Data API was updated in A.....»»
Apple subreddit reopens after entire moderation team was threatened with removal
The Apple subreddit has reopened under duress after a protest about API fees was squashed by threats from the company's CEO to remove the moderation teams of closed subreddits.Reddit coerces mods to reopen subredditsReddit's Data API was updated in A.....»»