Discord’s new currency pays users to interact with ads

The Verge
By Wes DavisMay 28, 2025, 9:00 am282 pts
Discord is beta testing “Discord Orbs,” a new in-app currency that can be redeemed for digital items, Discord SVP of product Peter Sellis announced in an email to The Verge. Users earn Orbs by completing the app’s promotional Quests, Discord’s initiative that rewards participants who interact with…

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