Tech Brew Ride Home Tue. 08/13 – Apple Comes For Patreon
Aug 13, 2024
Apple's new policies force Patreon to switch billing methods, stirring controversy over their hefty 30% tax on creators. A massive data breach is revealed, exposing 2.7 billion records and raising alarms about privacy. Investigations into Iranian hacking attempts targeting U.S. presidential campaigns highlight the risks of foreign interference. Meanwhile, CrowdStrike owns up to its past missteps, while TikTok introduces group chats, and the tech industry grapples with severe labor shortages in semiconductor manufacturing.
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Apple's Inconsistent App Store Policies
- Apple enforcing a 30% fee on Patreon iOS subscriptions frustrates creators and users.
- This highlights Apple's inconsistent App Store rules and potential negative brand impact.
Avoid Apple's Patreon Tax
- Delete the Patreon iOS app and only access it via the web.
- Directly support creators online like it's 2004 to avoid Apple's fees.
Massive Data Leak
- Hackers leaked 2.7 billion unencrypted data records containing names, addresses, and SSNs.
- This data likely originated from National Public Data and may be outdated or inaccurate.