# Dbrand cancels Companion Cube because it didn’t actually ask Valve for permission

> **Newsylist Open Intelligence Dossier** · First detected: 2026-06-29 18:36 UTC · Category: Technology · Sources: 2 · Current Velocity: 0.71

## Multi-Source Evidence Table
| Source Outlet | Headline | Published (UTC) | Verification URL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aftermath | Accessory Company Yanks Companion Cube Steam Machine Case Because It Never Actually Asked Valve For Permission | 2026-06-29 15:59 | [Source Link](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiiwFBVV95cUxPWDhhOUFyekE5dVF5UkFUaDNROXdOY2lVSzNWNjNGNG5ubXVScmYyaUF0NzlsbG82Tk9xMEEwSU9adDhza2FxcmJBUFNlcDFCWWRpY2MzNXdoaWtObU5zcFg1RGpzRnhlMndQblg5TzA1c0JJMzQtd0JvcEhWaF9BM25handQTG1aTEg4?oc=5) |
| The Verge | Dbrand cancels Companion Cube because it didn’t actually ask Valve for permission | 2026-06-29 15:59 | [Source Link](https://www.theverge.com/games/959056/dbrand-steam-machine-companion-cube-valve-take-down-canceled) |

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