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I'm convinced that Facebook's algorithmic newsfeed is deliberately filled with things they know I'm not interested in because the time it takes me to scroll pas

I'm convinced that Facebook's algorithmic newsfeed is deliberately filled with things they know I'm not interested in because the time it takes me to scroll past them increases "engagement". EDIT: And creates more ad slots, obviously

cat199 9y ago
And also likely uses psychological techniques to keep you checking as much as possible e.g. behaviorism.
losteverything 9y ago
Like how milk is always in the entrance-opposite corner of the grocery store