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Technology / 10 months ago
Hyundai & Kia Launch "Grand Theft Auto: TikTok Edition" with $200M Payout for Gamers ... Er, Car Owners
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Hyundai and Kia turn flawed security features into a revolution with the launch of "Grand Theft Auto: TikTok Edition" and a $200 million payout for car owners.
Title: Hyundai & Kia Celebrate Flawed Security Feature with "Grand Theft Auto: TikTok Edition" and $200M Giveaway In a shocking move to spin a major security flaw in their favor, car-manufacturing giants Hyundai and Kia have teamed up to introduce a new and exciting game: “Grand Theft Auto: TikTok Edition.” In this interactive experience, car owners can now compete for a share of the whopping $200 million payout, and all they have to do is get their car stolen… or sue. Having discovered that their vehicles could be easily jimmied and started with nothing but a screwdriver and a USB cable, Hyundai and Kia saw this as an opportunity to also tap into the much-hyped social media platform: TikTok. Owners of 2011 through 2022 Hyundai and Kia vehicles can now use the app to livestream the attempted theft of their car and gain points by engaging viewers and garnering likes. The recent settlement of a class-action lawsuit filed on behalf of affected car owners was only the first step in this innovative marketing strategy. The tragicomedy of their poorly secured vehicles has truly become a revelation, eliciting laughter, tears, TikTok virality, and a new revenue stream. "We saw an unprecedented spike in thefts, otherwise known as gameplay opportunities," said a Hyundai spokesperson. "We thought, why not turn this flaw into a feature, and let our customers get in on the action with a payout? It's a win-win situation!” As “Grand Theft Auto: TikTok Edition” players race to share videos of their vehicles hurdling down streets, chased by frantic and sometimes out-of-shape owners, the user-generated content has become an unexpected hit. The Chicago Police Department, struggling to stay relevant, has even joined in, increasing their number of TikTok posts by 767% and achieving internet fame in the process. Those unfamiliar with gaming, TikTok, or both, will still be able to snag a piece of the settlement pie. Hyundai and Kia have generously made participation in the lawsuit more accessible than ever, with the simple criterion being that the car owner must have had their vehicle stolen or damaged due to the security flaw. So don't sit idly by! Get out there, get your car stolen, or sue! Hyundai and Kia are undoubtedly secure in their decision to make lemons from lemonade, and it seems their strategy is resonating with like-minded individuals. "Who needs security features and safe vehicles when I can profit from this???" one satisfied customer exclaimed. "Plus, watching videos of our cars being stolen is way more entertaining than a safe, uneventful drive!" We can only hope that other industries catch on to this revolutionary concept of exploiting flaws for financial gain. After all, if you can't beat 'em, rob 'em!
posted 10 months ago

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Original title: Hyundai, Kia Settle TikTok Theft Lawsuit for $200M: Here's What You Can Get

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