just so this doesn’t overwhelm our front page too much, i think now’s a good time to start consolidating discussions. existing threads will be kept up, but unless a big update comes let’s try to keep what’s happening in this thread instead of across 10.

developments to this point:

The Verge is on it as usual, also–here’s their latest coverage (h/t @dirtmayor@beehaw.org):

other media coverage:

  • tyler@beehaw.org
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    1 year ago

    From how the AMA went, it sure seems that way. Funny how they just agreed to fuck over Apollo, but are working with the other apps, especially after blatantly lying about the situation. What a mess.

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      1 year ago

      They will only work with apps that are “non-commercial”, AKA free labour. There’s no way an app survives without some kind of monetisation. It’s just a money sink then. It’s honestly incredible how shitty they’re being.

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      1 year ago

      Spez was likely pissy that Christian called him on his bullshit and had all the receipts to prove it.