Tech Brew Ride Home Thu. 01/13 – China To Do NFT’s, Minus The Blockchain
Jan 13, 2022
Apple is actively removing Wordle clones from its platform, while PUBG takes legal action against them and Google for not addressing alleged game rip-offs. A recent ruling raises concerns about Google Analytics' compliance with GDPR. Meanwhile, China is diving into NFTs, embracing a state-backed initiative that operates without traditional blockchain. Plus, advancements in autonomous delivery bots could soon make getting your favorite burrito a breeze!
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Wordle Clone Success
- Apple removed Wordle clones from the App Store, but a similar game, Wordle!, thrived.
- Its developer, Steven Cravada, benefited from the popularity of the original Wordle.
PUBG Lawsuit
- PUBG's creators are suing Apple and Google for not removing a game they claim copies PUBG.
- The game in question, Free Fire, has made over $100 million in the first three months of 2021.
Google Analytics and GDPR
- Austria's data protection watchdog ruled that a website's use of Google Analytics violates GDPR.
- This ruling highlights the potential issues of transferring European personal data to the US.