Let’s explore the best alternatives to Discord

Let’s explore the best alternatives to Discord

Social community platform Discord is preparing to require users to verify their age by the second half of 2026, and users are concerned about the privacy of uploading a government ID or face scan to the network. While users can still access most features without verification, many remain uneasy giving more information to a company…

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Twitch is overhauling its suspensions policy

Twitch is overhauling its suspensions policy

Twitch announced on Tuesday that it’s revamping its suspensions policy to shift away from its previous all-or-nothing penalty system. Until now, a temporary suspension on Twitch meant losing access to the platform altogether, including the ability to chat, watch streams while logged in, and access basic information. Now, the company is implementing two suspension types:…

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X continues to bet on vertical video with its latest update

X continues to bet on vertical video with its latest update

X recently introduced a new immersive video player, signaling another major step in its ongoing push into video-focused experiences.  Nikita Bier, X’s head of product, announced the update earlier this week, admitting the previous video player “badly needed a refresh.” The redesign aims to make video consumption more engaging and user-friendly, especially on mobile devices….

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Spotify rolls out group chats

Spotify rolls out group chats

After launching a messaging feature last August, Spotify is now rolling out group chats. The company announced this week that users can now share the podcasts, playlists, and audiobooks they’re listening to with up to 10 people. You can only start a chat with someone you’ve previously shared content with. For example, if you have…

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