>1) There are a whole lot of bot type accounts here, developed over many years. This is the elephant in the room for all internet services that are primarily f

>1) There are a whole lot of bot type accounts here, developed over many years. This is the elephant in the room for all internet services that are primarily focused on user generated content. It is my opinion that the majority (>50%) of user generated content online is not made by authentic users, but instead made by astroturf accounts who are paid to generate the content. These same accounts will also be leveraging bots to boost engagement signals etc.