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GOG apologizes after newsletter accidentally shows Nazi rune
gaming1 month ago

GOG apologizes after newsletter accidentally shows Nazi rune

GOG apologized on X for a June newsletter about The End of the Sun that inadvertently displayed a Nazi Schutzstaffel symbol due to a series of mistakes and display errors, including incorrect branding on the email. The developers of The End of the Sun said they were surprised by the symbol, and GOG indicated the issue stemmed from how the rune was rendered across devices (with some devices showing ϟ instead of the intended rune) and suggested an AI-driven suggestion may have contributed. GOG pledged to improve checks and mobile display handling to prevent such an “unfortunate visual association.”

GOG apologizes after Nazi symbolism slips into The End of the Sun promo
gaming1 month ago

GOG apologizes after Nazi symbolism slips into The End of the Sun promo

GOG issued an apology after a newsletter promoting the fantasy game The End of the Sun included runes associated with the Nazi SS. The company blamed a “series of mistakes,” including miscommunication with the German QA team, inconsistent font rendering, and being understaffed during a bank holiday, with the runes reportedly displayed in a way that could be tied to Nazi imagery (some platforms rendered the rune differently). A GOG representative on Reddit acknowledged the problematic pairing of runes and said the material was not sent to the German community. Even the game’s developers expressed surprise at the inclusion and the situation has sparked questions about why it went to other regions and why the symbol was doubled.

Pokemon Center launches limited early-access preorder invites for select subscribers
gaming3 months ago

Pokemon Center launches limited early-access preorder invites for select subscribers

Pokemon Center has launched a limited Early Access program that lets a subset of US, Canada, and UK newsletter subscribers receive a unique, non-transferable invitation to buy popular items before the wider release; eligibility criteria aren’t published, invitations are single-use and may expire, and availability isn’t guaranteed, with the Chaos Rising preorder likely among potential items.

Gmail's new 'Manage subscriptions' feature simplifies inbox decluttering
technology1 year ago

Gmail's new 'Manage subscriptions' feature simplifies inbox decluttering

Google has expanded its 'Manage Subscription' feature to Android, iOS, and web, allowing users to easily view and unsubscribe from newsletters and promotional emails with a single click, aiming to declutter inboxes. The feature is rolling out gradually in select countries and is available to all Gmail users, not just Google Workspace subscribers.

"Podcast and Newsletter Success: Quality and Consistency Pays Off for 42-Year-Old Earning Over $1 Million Annually"
business2 years ago

"Podcast and Newsletter Success: Quality and Consistency Pays Off for 42-Year-Old Earning Over $1 Million Annually"

Lenny Rachitsky, creator of Lenny's Newsletter, launched Lenny's Podcast in 2022 and now earns over $1 million annually from both ventures. He emphasizes the importance of quality and consistency in content creation, stressing the need to solve people's problems effectively and maintain a regular posting schedule. By interviewing experts in product management and addressing audience needs, Rachitsky has found success in the podcasting and newsletter space.

"Reclaiming Your Brain: A Guide to Ending Doomscrolling"
technology-and-psychology2 years ago

"Reclaiming Your Brain: A Guide to Ending Doomscrolling"

The Guardian has launched a new newsletter, Reclaim your brain, to help people spend less time on their phones, with expert coach Catherine Price discussing the science behind our relationships with our devices and how to break the cycle, and Prof Barbara Sahakian of Cambridge University explaining the draw to bad news on phones and its impact on us.

"Million-Dollar Newsletter and Podcast Success: The Power of Hard Work Over Twitter"
business-and-entrepreneurship2 years ago

"Million-Dollar Newsletter and Podcast Success: The Power of Hard Work Over Twitter"

Lenny Rachitsky, a 42-year-old entrepreneur, earns over $1 million a year from his newsletter and podcast focused on product management. He advises aspiring entrepreneurs to gain experience in their field before offering advice, emphasizing the importance of deep knowledge and real-world experience. Rachitsky worked in product management and software engineering for over a decade before starting his ventures, and he believes in "doing the work for a long time first" before sharing advice, urging others to "stop tweeting and do the work."