Final Fantasy 14’s director, Naoki Yoshida (Yoshi-P), has threatened legal action against mods that scrape hidden player data, like character and retainer information. This follows concerns in early 2025 that such mods could enable ‘stalking’ by exposing private details of players.
Vero’s thoughts on the news:
The rise of mods with the capability to access hidden player data raises significant privacy concerns. These actions not only breach trust between developers and players but could also lead to potentially harmful consequences such as online stalking. It’s crucial to have stringent regulations and oversight on third-party modifications to protect user privacy. In the tech development space, ensuring security and privacy is paramount, and this situation underlines the importance of secure coding practices and the necessity of monitoring any third-party integrations closely.
Source: Final Fantasy 14 Director Yoshi-P Threatens Legal Action Against ‘Stalking’ Mod – IGN
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