Discord is further distancing itself from its ad-free beginnings by offering users a new virtual currency for clicking on in-platform advertisements.

Discord just announced a new in-app currency called "Orbs." You can exchange Discord Orbs for Nitro credits and cosmetic ...

Social-media startup Discord plans to start showing advertisements ... becoming the latest tech company to turn to ads to try to boost revenue. The paid promotions are from videogame makers ...

The change is part of the company's plan to boost gaming-related and Nitro subscription revenue. However, as described, the promotions don't sound too intrusive. Click to enlarge Discord plans to ...