A blogger argues that new features allowing users to tune their social media feeds on platforms like Threads, Instagram, and TikTok are not genuinely empowering users, but rather a sophisticated method for enhanced data collection and targeted advertising. The author suggests these companies have found more efficient ways to capture user preferences, possibly leveraging AI, to benefit the platforms more than the users. This approach is framed as a continuation of the 'house always wins' dynamic seen in other digital services. AI
IMPACT Suggests AI is being used to enhance user data collection and targeting on social media platforms.
RANK_REASON Blog post offering an opinion on social media platform features.
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