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Meta engineer: Engagement metrics sidelined safety controls

Testimony from a former Meta engineer suggests that the company's internal metrics prioritized user engagement and growth above safety. This focus allegedly influenced how engineers developed safety features, or failed to develop them, for Meta's platforms. The engineer's account implies a systemic issue where business incentives overshadowed crucial safety considerations. AI

IMPACT Highlights potential risks in AI development where engagement metrics may conflict with safety protocols.

RANK_REASON Testimony from a former employee about company incentives and safety practices.

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Meta engineer: Engagement metrics sidelined safety controls

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    What happens when platform incentives misalign with safety? Béjar's testimony suggests Meta's internal metrics rewarded engagement and user growth over well-bei

    What happens when platform incentives misalign with safety? Béjar's testimony suggests Meta's internal metrics rewarded engagement and user growth over well-being, shaping how engineers built—or didn't build—protective controls. # AI # ContentModeration # TechAccountability https…