All articles tagged with #terms of service
PlayStation users received an email reiterating that digital games are licensed, not owned, as fans launch the #PSBlackout boycott (Aug 23–30) in protest of Sony ending production of physical discs in 2028, with Sony explaining the shift toward digital content.
Two more channels run by Braden Peters (Clavicular) were removed by YouTube after the creator’s original channel was terminated in November 2025 for policy violations. YouTube said new channels aren’t allowed after termination and removed these accounts under its terms of service. Peters posted on X lamenting the removals and asking for help recovering the accounts. He’s associated with the looksmaxxing movement, and the article notes a recent hospitalization following an alleged livestream overdose.
Doki Doki Literature Club has been pulled from Google Play for allegedly violating the store’s Terms of Service with its depiction of sensitive themes. The developers say they’re pursuing a path to reinstate the Android version and are exploring alternate distribution options, while the game remains available on iOS, PC, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation.
Google has removed the visual novel Doki Doki Literature Club from the Play Store, citing violations of its terms of service related to sensitive themes. The game's creator Dan Salvato and publisher Serenity Forge say they are exploring options to reinstate the title on Android and are considering alternate distribution methods while continuing to advocate for DDLC on other platforms.
Google has removed the psychological horror visual novel Doki Doki Literature Club! from the Play Store, citing a violation of its Terms of Service related to sensitive themes. Developers say the game thoughtfully addresses mental health and note it remains available on Steam, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and iOS; they’re pursuing reinstatement on Google Play and exploring other Android distribution options. The title reportedly had tens of millions of downloads across its free and Plus versions.
Microsoft’s Copilot is reportedly described in its terms as being for entertainment purposes only, a phrasing Microsoft says is legacy and will be updated; critics warn about reliability and liability as AI tools like Copilot are embedded in Windows apps.
A power outage at a U.S. data center disrupted TikTok and CapCut, with users seeing uploads fail or receive zero views and load times worsen; TikTok’s USDS says recovery is underway and data remains safe, though some services may still glitch with no ETA for full restoration. Concurrently, TikTok updated its Terms of Service on Jan. 22 to expand data collection (including GPS, demographics, and other sensitive data), sparking privacy concerns and a California review led by Gov. Gavin Newsom as the company undergoes a US ownership transition involving Oracle.
TikTok’s January 2026 update to its Terms of Service and Privacy Policy accompanies its shift to a U.S.-based ownership structure. The changes largely preserve existing data practices but add explicit language about collecting precise location data (subject to user settings) and handling sensitive information (race, religion, immigration status, health) in line with laws like the CCPA. The policy also expands third-party advertising use of data and introduces a new AI section with labeling requirements and restrictions on generative AI tools. While some users fear expanded surveillance under the new ownership, TikTok says the updates comply with applicable privacy laws and reflect ongoing content-and-data governance updates.
WeTransfer clarified that it does not use uploaded files to train AI models after customer backlash over ambiguous terms, updating its policies to prevent confusion and reassure users about data privacy.
Niantic has confirmed that using 'Micro GPS Drift' to manipulate location in Pokémon GO is a violation of the game's Terms of Service, and players caught using this exploit risk account warnings or bans. The practice involves intentionally toggling GPS to access gyms and raids beyond normal range, but Niantic's anti-cheat systems can detect this behavior. Players are advised to play within the rules to maintain fair gameplay.
Kobo, a platform known for being more open than Amazon Kindle, has updated its Terms of Service to include AI features, causing concern among authors about how their work may be used or misrepresented, with no clear opt-out options and potential impacts on their relationship with readers.
The article discusses the discovery of a gun in the possession of Luigi Mangione, highlighting legal implications and updates to related terms of service and privacy policies. Readers are encouraged to review these updated terms to understand their rights and obligations.
The article discusses the updated terms of sale, service, and privacy policy for a platform showcasing the best art of 2024, urging users to review and agree to these changes.
The article discusses the importance of reviewing updated terms of service and privacy policies, particularly in the context of cryptocurrency ownership, as users may unknowingly possess digital assets due to changes in agreements.
The article discusses a lake-effect snowstorm, providing updates on the weather conditions and encouraging readers to review updated terms of sale, service, and privacy policy.