Reddit is known for its lively discussions on a wide range of topics, from niche hobbies to global politics. But lately, the news on Reddit has been making headlines of its own. Here are some of the most interesting and controversial stories from the world of Reddit.
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Reddit is carrying out tests for a new Discord-like chat channel with a range of select subreddits. The new feature, called "Community Points," will allow users to chat with each other in real-time, much like they would on Discord or other messaging apps. The feature is currently being tested with a few select subreddits, but could eventually be rolled out to the entire platform.
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Even in football, misinformation has consequences. A Reddit user who wrote over the weekend that Kentucky quarterback Will Levis was telling teammates not to get vaccinated against COVID-19 has apologized for spreading false information. The user, who goes by the handle "KySportsRadio," said he was "duped" by a fake Facebook account that he thought belonged to Levis.
Reddit stated that they would introduce "a new premium access point for third parties who require additional capabilities, higher usage, and dedicated support." The announcement came after a controversy over the use of bots on the platform, which some users felt were being used to manipulate votes and comments.
Reddit investors have been the butt of many jokes over the last few years, but could these much-maligned meme traders have the last laugh? The recent surge in the value of meme stocks like GameStop and AMC has led many Redditors to feel vindicated in their unconventional investment strategies.
As artificial intelligence (AI) finds new dimensions in the ChatGPT era, nude images of an AI-generated woman have tricked social media into believing she was a real person. The images, which were created by a Reddit user, are part of a growing trend of AI-generated content that is becoming increasingly difficult to distinguish from the real thing.
Digital illustrator Ben Moran was banned from the Reddit forum r/Art for posting an artwork that resembled an A.I.-generated image. Moran's artwork, which was created using traditional methods like pencils and markers, was deemed too similar to an AI-generated image that had recently gone viral on the platform.
You probably never heard of the Nahum tower, an apartment building at the entrance to the small seaside Israeli city of Bat Yam. But thanks to a Reddit user, the building has become an unlikely internet sensation. The user, who goes by the handle "Nahum-tower," has been posting photos and stories about the building on Reddit for years, attracting a small but dedicated following of fans.
Reddit's MOON token is growing in value and becoming more popular. A single MOON is now worth more than 100 fiat currencies, making it one of the most valuable cryptocurrencies on the market. The token is used as a reward for users who contribute to the platform, and can be traded for other cryptocurrencies or fiat currencies.
Women face blackmail after their details and intimate photos are shared online. The BBC unmasks a man behind one of the groups - thanks to a Reddit user who helped track him down. The man, who goes by the handle "Terry44," was using the platform to share stolen photos and personal information about women, and then blackmail them into sending him more explicit photos and videos.
In summary, Reddit is a platform that is always evolving and changing. From new chat features to AI-generated nudes, there is never a dull moment on the site. While some of the news coming out of Reddit can be controversial or even disturbing, there is no denying that the platform continues to captivate millions of users around the world.
