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gaming4 hours ago•15 min saved

Pokémon Champions: Mixed Reception as Free-to-Start Battler Hits Switch

Critics have weighed in on Pokémon Champions after its Switch release: Nintendo Life judged it the most accessible yet flawed competitive Pokémon game, criticizing its monetization, bugs, and performance; IGN reported a lackluster launch, while outlets like ScreenRant, Dexerto, and GameSpot offered a range from mixed to favorable assessments. Many reviews praise the onboarding and potential for future updates but fault the initial content gap and grind, signaling that the game may improve with patches and new modes over time.

via Nintendo Life|

#gaming #monetization #pokemon

technology12 days ago•5 min saved

Pokémon GO Teases In-Game Auto-Catch Gadget, Sparking Monetization Talk

Dataminers reportedly found an in-game gadget for Pokémon GO that automatically throws Poké Balls and spins PokéStops, potentially replacing physical auto-catch devices; its availability, mechanics, and pricing are unconfirmed, with talk of premium or event-limited access.

via Nintendo Life|

#auto-catcher #datamine #in-game-item

gaming14 days ago•37 min saved

Rumors Point to In-Game Auto-Catching with Pokémon GO's Explorer Gadget

A datamine reportedly reveals an in-game item named Explorer Gadget for Pokémon GO that could automatically throw Poké Balls and spin PokéStops, usable once daily without any external devices. Official details haven’t been announced, and Niantic/Scopely’s monetization plan remains unclear, with speculation ranging from premium passes to bundles or subscriptions.

via Pokémon GO Hub|

#auto-catching #datamine #explorer-gadget

technology22 days ago•28 min saved

Fast-Track Fame: Meta’s Plan to Grow Creators and Cash in on Facebook

Meta’s Creator Fast Track is pitched as a program to help creators rapidly grow their Facebook audiences and monetize across Facebook and partner platforms, offering growth tools, analytics, monetization options, and dedicated support to accelerate earnings and expand reach across Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.

via meta.com|

#audience-growth #creator-economy #cross-platform

business24 days ago•9 min saved

PS Portal Loyalists Drive Sony’s Profit Boom with Premium Subscriptions

Sony disclosed that cloud streaming on PS Portal boosted usage by 162% year over year, and about 50% of Portal owners are PS Plus Premium subscribers, signaling that Sony’s most engaged customers are driving higher spend and profitability even with a small Portal install base (roughly 7% of PS5 owners in the US).

via Push Square|

#business #cloud-streaming #monetization

culture1 month ago•11 min saved

Theroux exposes money-driven toxicity in the manosphere

Louis Theroux's Netflix film Inside the Manosphere surveys why a fringe online ecosystem—spanning podcasters to fitness gurus—draws millions with racist and misogynistic content, revealing that money is the core driver. He films influencers who stream his process, highlighting a performative ‘alphaness’ and the cynical monetization behind it, notes Andrew Tate’s absence, and aims the documentary at viewers and parents seeking to understand this influential landscape.

via WIRED|

#culture #louis-theroux #manosphere

business1 month ago•2 min saved

Sony bets on software sales to offset RAM costs as PS5 install base grows

Sony plans to grow software and network services revenue by monetizing its PS5 installed base (92.2 million units as of Feb. 5) to offset rising memory costs, noting ongoing supplier negotiations to secure chips while extending the PS5’s lifecycle.

via GameSpot|

#business #memory-chip-shortage #monetization

technology1 month ago•7 min saved

Ad-Free AI Search Dream Fails to Break Giants' Grip

Perplexity launched in 2022 as an ad-free, citation-backed AI search, drawing early interest but failing to scale against Google and OpenAI due to reliance on external AI models, high operational costs, weak monetization, legal disputes over content scraping, and an unsuccessful Comet browser expansion, leaving it as a niche tool despite initial momentum.

via Geeky Gadgets|

#ai-search #legal-issues #monetization

technology1 month ago•3 min saved

OpenAI pilots in-chat ads in ChatGPT to fund wider access

OpenAI is testing sponsored ads inside ChatGPT for users on Free and Go plans in the U.S., while paid tiers remain ad-free. The goal is to fund broader access to advanced tools; ads are described as a limited test and are shown outside responses with clear sponsorship. Users can opt out or limit ad personalization, and the rollout seeks feedback before broader deployment, with competitors already weighing in.

via Mashable|

#advertising #chatgpt #monetization

technology2 months ago•2 min saved

OpenAI tests ads in ChatGPT Free and Go tiers, with opt-out options

OpenAI is testing ads in ChatGPT on Free and Go tiers in the U.S., with the goal of broadening access to more powerful features while keeping answers unaffected. Ads are tailored to discussions and past chats, but advertisers don’t see personal data; users can opt out by subscribing to Pro/Plus or, for Free/Go users, by agreeing to fewer daily messages.

via Axios|

#advertising #ai #chatgpt

technology2 months ago•5 min saved

CDPR Opens Door for Free Return of Luke Ross's Cyberpunk 2077 VR Mod

CD Projekt Red executive Jan Rosner said Luke Ross's Cyberpunk 2077 VR mod could return as a free release after removal for monetization under the Fan Content Guidelines; Ross countered that demanding the mod be free isn’t his right, but he’s open to a win-win solution, noting it was Patreon-backed and referencing his history with other VR mods.

via UploadVR|

#cyberpunk-2077 #fan-content-guidelines #luke-ross

technology2 months ago•9 min saved

OpenAI Bets on ChatGPT Ads, but Timing and Fit Will Test the Bet

OpenAI has announced ads in ChatGPT, signaling a major monetization pivot. While the move is significant for revenue, the delayed rollout creates risk: the early ad formats may not be well-suited to the chat experience, potentially harming user experience or adoption. Thompson argues the success of the program will depend on getting the right balance between monetization and UX, making this a cautious, long-term effort reminiscent of early social-media monetization challenges.

via Stratechery by Ben Thompson|

#advertising #chatgpt #monetization

technology2 months ago•2 min saved

OpenAI to Trial Ads in ChatGPT Replies

OpenAI will begin testing ads in ChatGPT responses on the free tier and the new ChatGPT Go plan, with ads appearing under the main reply, clearly labeled and not influencing the answers. Advertisers won’t access conversations, and OpenAI will use some personalization data to match ads to topics. Non-ad tiers Plus, Pro, Business, and Enterprise remain ad-free. The Financial Times reports expected ad revenue in the low billions for 2026.

via Search Engine Roundtable|

#ads #chatgpt #monetization

artificial-intelligence2 months ago•15 min saved

OpenAI Expands Cheaper ChatGPT Go Plan and Begins Testing Ads

OpenAI is rolling out its cheapest ChatGPT Go subscription to the US and 170 countries at $8/month, increasing message limits and access to the latest model, while starting tests of sponsored ads in the free and Go tiers. Ads will be clearly labeled and separated from chats; Pro/Business/Enterprise will remain ad-free for now. Personalization can be turned off, under-18 users won’t see ads, and OpenAI says conversations aren’t sold to advertisers or influenced by ads. The move aims to boost profitability as the company faces ongoing losses and looks for revenue beyond subscriptions.

via Gizmodo|

#advertising #artificial-intelligence #chatgpt

technology2 months ago•2 min saved

OpenAI tests ChatGPT ads, hinting at a broader ad-supported AI era

OpenAI will begin testing ads on ChatGPT for free and Go-tier users in the United States, with ads labeled 'Sponsored' and kept separate from chats. Responses won’t be influenced by ads, but targeting may be guided by conversations and personalization will be on by default with an opt-out. Conversations are claimed private and not sold to advertisers. Paid ad-free options remain (Plus, Pro, Enterprise), while ChatGPT Go will include ads. The move aims to diversify revenue and fund infrastructure, but raises concerns about user experience, data privacy, and potential conflicts between user needs and advertiser interests as testing begins.

via Axios|

#advertising #chatgpt #monetization