Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, employs recommendation algorithms designed to keep users compulsively engaged. These algorithms use signals from users, including overt actions like liking posts and unconscious actions like lingering on content. They manipulate users, especially young ones, by using unpredictable sequencing and presenting psychologically gripping content. By triggering dopamine releases, these algorithms keep users engaged and encourage addictive behavior. Despite this, Meta does not adequately disclose these practices, leading to potential harm to users, especially young ones.
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