😳 Pokimane's Distressing Phone Number Leak Incident

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Here’s what’s shocking the world today:

• Price Gougers Target PS5 Pro 30th Anniversary Bundle with Sky-High Listings

• Pokimane Shares Distressing Phone Number Leak Incident

• N3on Defends Against Viewbotting Claims

• YouTube Raises Premium Prices Internationally Amid Pause Ad Introduction

• Twitch to Introduce Shared Chat Feature Soon

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Price Gougers Target PS5 Pro 30th Anniversary Bundle with Sky-High Listings

Ahead of the official pre-order date for PlayStation’s limited edition PS5 Pro 30th Anniversary bundle, price gougers are already cashing in. Listings on platforms like eBay have appeared, with some asking up to $10,000 for an "attempt" to secure the highly coveted set. One such listing was quickly removed for violating eBay’s terms.

With just 12,300 units set to be released, competition is expected to be fierce. The bundle, featuring a PS1-inspired design and exclusive accessories, has stirred excitement and created an opportunity for resellers to push prices to extreme heights.

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Pokimane Shares Distressing Phone Number Leak Incident

Pokimane recently revealed a troubling experience related to her phone number being leaked on her podcast with LilyPichu, Sweet n Sour. During the second episode, she recounted receiving a disturbing text from an unknown number that prompted a tense situation. After ignoring the message, she received a call from an angry wife who believed Pokimane was involved with her husband.

The situation intensified when the wife created a group chat to confront Pokimane, even sharing a photo of her husband. Although initially intrigued, Pokimane felt alarmed and chose to block both of them. This incident underscores the challenges content creators face in safeguarding their privacy.

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N3on Defends Against Viewbotting Claims

Kick streamer Rangesh ‘N3on’ Mutama has hit back after a Kick employee alleged that he was viewbotting his channel. N3on, who has reached nearly 100,000 peak viewers, faced scrutiny after JiDion called him out during a stream in June. The employee claimed N3on’s real viewership was much lower and mentioned past incidents of botting, igniting controversy over his rapid rise to fame.

In response, N3on firmly denied the accusations, expressing frustration at being discredited. He emphasized the authenticity of his success and urged the staff to focus on improving the platform instead of undermining his achievements. N3on also pointed out that other channels often gained viewers when he ended his streams, further asserting the legitimacy of his audience.

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YouTube Raises Premium Prices Internationally Amid Pause Ad Introduction

YouTube is raising the cost of Premium subscriptions for users outside the U.S., with some seeing price increases as high as 50%. Starting in November, family plans in countries like Ireland and Italy will jump by €8, and individual plans will see a €2 hike. The move has prompted frustration among subscribers, with some considering canceling their memberships due to the added costs.

This price hike comes just as YouTube introduces a new advertising strategy. After rolling out unskippable ads on smart TVs, the platform is now adding pause screen ads, which appear when videos are paused. Many users are concerned about the growing number of ads despite paying for a Premium subscription.

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Twitch to Introduce Shared Chat Feature Soon

During a recent TwitchCon event, CEO Dan Clancy announced that a new shared chat feature will soon be available on the platform. This update follows several other enhancements to Twitch's chat functionality, including Hype Chat and Chat Warnings, aimed at improving viewer interaction and managing harassment.

The shared chat feature will allow multiple content creators to merge their communities into a single chat stream during collaborative broadcasts. Clancy demonstrated the feature live, prompting positive reactions from viewers. However, while this innovation aims to enhance community engagement, it may also present challenges for moderators managing larger, combined chats. Twitch is expected to launch the feature next week, though a specific date has yet to be confirmed.

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