Tech Brew Ride Home Wed. 10/06 – ALL Of Twitch Leaked?
Oct 6, 2021
A massive leak has exposed Twitch's entire internal documents, raising alarms about digital security. Meanwhile, Snap is launching new monetization opportunities for creators, while AirPods gain enhanced tracking features. The SEC confirms it won't ban crypto but troubling fraud cases in the NFT space emerge. As Facebook faces scrutiny, users flock to alternatives like Telegram. Plus, the EU is poised to fine Apple over NFC chip restrictions, possibly impacting Apple Pay.
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Twitch Leak
- A 4chan user leaked 125GB of Twitch data, allegedly to disrupt the online video streaming space.
- The leak includes source code, creator payouts, SDKs, and internal tools, potentially exposing the entirety of Twitch.
Twitch Security
- Enable two-factor authentication on your Twitch account to protect yourself.
- This adds an extra layer of security, even if your password is compromised.
Facebook Testimony
- Frances Haugen testified that Facebook prioritizes growth over safety and needs more transparency.
- She suggested a chronological feed instead of engagement-based algorithms.