White House publishes migration games, Tetris Company distances itself
Quick Look
- The White House has published online games on its website in which users are supposed to build a border wall with Mexico or intercept migrants.
- The Tetris Company stated that it was not involved in the development and did not authorize any use of the Tetris trademark.
- Human rights organizations sharply criticized the games.
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Why It Matters
Construction of the border wall with Mexico was ordered during Trump's first term in office and is expected to be completed by the end of next year. The games were posted on the White House website and are reminiscent of well-known games such as Tetris, Snake and Flappy Bird.
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What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Tetris Company will investigate and may take legal action for possible copyright infringement.
Likely · Within weeks
Human rights organizations will continue their criticism of the White House games and may launch campaigns.
Very likely · Within days
Open Questions
- Will Tetris Company take legal action for copyright infringement?
- How are the games received by the public and gamers?
- Is the White House planning more similar games or interactive content?
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This article was originally published by Die Welt.
