Summary: Investigation documents reveal TikTok's algorithm favors attractive users, potentially leading to addiction among teens. Data suggests user retention is linked to attractive individuals, raising concerns about the platform's impact on mental health and self-esteem.
Link: https://www.npr.org/2024/10/12/g-s1-28040/teens-tiktok-addiction-lawsuit-investigation-documents
Comments: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41832903
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2024-10-14 00:51:59
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