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Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast

Reddit is Destroying Itself

Jun 16, 2023
Recent turmoil at Reddit takes center stage as users protest API changes, disrupting over 7,000 subreddits. The hosts dive deep into the evolving challenges for third-party apps and the disconnect between management and community. They also discuss YouTube's new monetization rules, making it simpler for creators to join the partner program. Meanwhile, playful banter and trivia lighten the mood, covering topics from innovative tech to the quirky world of content creation. Strap in for a rollercoaster of tech discussions!
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Quick takeaways

  • Reddit announces new API charges, leading to app developers shutting down their services.
  • The CEO of Reddit misinterprets a conversation with an app developer, causing controversy.

Deep dives

Changes to Reddit's API Pricing

Reddit announces that they will start charging for API usage, which includes third-party app developers. They will be charging 21 cents per 1000 API calls.

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