Why social apps need to become proactive, not reactive

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2 points | by JoanMDuarte 12 hours ago ago

2 comments

  • codingdave 12 hours ago ago

    This sounds like it is embracing the most dystopian parts of social apps: "Was having an algorithm mindlessly feed you content not passive enough for you? Now we'll remove all your privacy, watch everything you do, and tell you who to spend time with!"

    Social apps had their day. That day is over. It is time to find new ways to live, not double down on what was wrong.

    • JoanMDuarte 10 hours ago ago

      Fair point. The dystopia is algorithms optimizing for engagement. We're trying the opposite: less feed, less scrolling, just "hey, you both go to the same gym, do what you want with that."

      Human decides. Always.