BBS:      TELESC.NET.BR
Assunto:  Re: That sounds like prob
De:       Mike Powell
Data:     Sat, 14 Feb 2026 10:39:02 -0500
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>  MP> 'That sounds like problematic use': You're not addicted to Instagram,
>  MP> says its boss - you're just 'binging' it like a Netflix show

>  If that statement is allowed to stand in the face of a system designed
>  with the help of behavioral psychologists to to maximize attention is a
>  damning state of critical thinking in this country.

>  Let's see them switch to a chronological feed chosen by the user and
>  untargeted ads, then maybe they have a claim.

I agree for the most part.  The user has the ability not to use the product
but I don't much doubt they've made changes to make it more addictive.  I
can remember when FB used to be more chronological and had few ads, so I
know they've changed it over time.


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