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I think this can be compared to McDonald's slightly altering the recipe of something for part of the country. I don't find that unethical at all, and frankly th

• toss1 7y ago
  Yes, but it isn't (well should not be if they want to stay within the law) adding completely random drugs an garbage to the food. It may be seeking cheaper recipes with no sales losses, better recipes to improve sales, or something else, but it all has to be within the context of proper regulation, i.e.,, FDA. (we can argue elsewhere about the effectiveness of that system). This unlimited testing can easily be seeking to better maximize psychological exploits with no regulation. So, yes, I'm happy to see someone putting in a bit of control.
• floatingatoll 7y ago
  That is dismissive of how much value people place on their selves and digital aspects thereof. My identity, private conversations, and sexuality are infinitely more personal than the food I consume. I agree that it’s appropriate to A/B test changes, within reasonable bounds. I wish the debate would focus more on what the reasonable bounds are to each objector.