Reddit news
Reddit appears in 20 stories we have published between September 2026 and November 2026, mostly in our Technology and Business coverage. It is most often reported alongside Google, OpenAI and Meta.
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Reddit rolls out search ads as Google AI cuts traffic
Reddit began testing ads in its search results this week after its stock fell 29% on weaker-than-expected Q4 guidance. The move targets users searching for products, aiming to recoup revenue lost to Google’s AI-powered search. To improve ad targeting and block scrapers, the company is also pushing visitors to log in—starting outside the U.S.
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Reddit rolls out search ads as Google AI cuts traffic
Reddit trials search ads to recover revenue after its stock plunged 29% on weak Q4 guidance.
South Korea fines Google and Apple $47.6M, tech firms back AI training opt-out standard
South Korea fines Google and Apple a combined $47.6M for antitrust violations.
Google adds more ads to AI Mode to counter revenue loss from zero-click searches
Google is introducing dynamic ads in its AI-powered search feature to offset ad revenue declines from zero-click searches.
Reddit to require logins for access after search traffic declines
Reddit will test mandatory logins outside the US in Q4 2026, citing lower search traffic from Google’s AI features and goals to improve ad targeting and data…
Reddit shifts to logged-in experience as revenue grows 53% to $895M
Reddit’s Q3 earnings reveal a 53% revenue increase to $895M, driven by ads and AI data licensing, as it tests a logged-in user model to curb AI scraping.
Why USB port colors vary: No standard behind orange, blue connectors
Orange and blue USB ports lack universal standardization, with manufacturers using colors to indicate features like enhanced charging or USB 3.0 speeds—but…
Meta faces $25 billion fine, backtracks on scraping terms, and restricts adult creators as moderation failures persist
Meta faces a record $25 billion fine for misrepresenting data practices, reverses controversial scraping terms after backlash, and restricts adult creators…
AT&T Releases iOS 27.0.1 to Fix iPhone 18 Pro Max Connectivity Issues
AT&T has issued iOS 27.0.1 to address mobile connectivity problems affecting iPhone 18 Pro Max users, but some report the fix is not universal.
Reddit to shut down RSS feeds and public API access, citing AI scraping concerns
Reddit will shut down RSS feeds on November 13, 2026, and end public API access by March 2027, attributing the changes to AI-driven scraping and abuse.
Consumer AI’s harsh economics force pivot to enterprise as Threads revives Black Twitter
Consumer AI products like Meta’s Muse and OpenAI’s Dots are popular but face harsh economics. Meanwhile, Threads is becoming the new hub for Black Twitter’s cultural influence.
Proton VPN Usage Spikes in Philippines After Discord Ban Reversal
Proton VPN saw a 1,400% spike in sign-ups in the Philippines following a temporary Discord ban that disrupted freelancers. Usage remains high despite the ban’s reversal.
MacBook Sleep Mode vs. Shutdown: What’s Best? Plus, Apple’s $5.7B Patent Hit and Foldable Tech Woes
MacBook users weigh sleep mode vs. shutdown, Apple ordered to pay $5.7B for patent infringement, and foldable laptops face adoption challenges. Plus, why steam damages phones.
How to Turn an Old Laptop into a Smart Home Hub with Home Assistant
Home Assistant lets you turn old laptops into smart home hubs, supporting major brands like Philips Hue and Google Nest. A DIY alternative to dedicated hardware.
Xbox Players Use Rewards for Free GTA 6; Mythic Achievements Debut for Insiders
Xbox players can reduce or eliminate the cost of Grand Theft Auto 6 using Microsoft Rewards. Plus, Mythic Achievements debut for Insiders as Xbox’s answer to platinum trophies.
How Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil Movie Turns Video Game Logic Into Comedy
Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil movie adaptation highlights the absurdity of video game mechanics, using padlocks and locked doors as comedic devices.
Nintendo Wins $4.5 Million in Lawsuit Over Pirated Switch Games
Nintendo of America awarded $4.5M in damages after suing an individual for selling pirated Switch games. Key lessons for founders on IP protection.
Yahoo’s Scout AI Will Keep Linking to Publishers, CEO Says Micropayments Won’t Suffice
Yahoo CEO Jim Lanzone says Scout will keep linking to publishers, dismissing micropayments as insufficient. The AI answer engine launches with ad-based revenue models.
Microsoft disrupts AI-powered phishing tool but censors criticism poorly
Microsoft and partners dismantled EvilTokens, an AI-driven phishing platform, but faced criticism for censoring ‘Microslop’ on Discord. Lessons for founders in security and PR.
Marvel’s 'Avengers Endgame' Leaks Reveal New Scenes Before Re-Release
Leaked footage from Marvel’s 'Avengers Endgame: Encore' reveals new after-credit scenes featuring Loki, TVA, and Doctor Doom ahead of its September 25 re-release.
TikTok’s U.S. Arm Joins Lantern to Combat Child Exploitation
TikTok’s U.S. arm joins Lantern, a cross-platform child safety initiative by the Tech Coalition, and commits $2M to modernize NCMEC’s CyberTipline.