BuzzFeed is launching its own social media app, tentatively named "Island", as it seeks to mitigate the adverse effects of existing platforms dominated by AI-driven algorithms that prioritize user engagement over content quality. This move is unprecedented for an internet-native company and reflects BuzzFeed’s commitment to altering the content landscape, which often fosters addictive behaviors and sensationalism. The new app aims to reframe how social interactions are facilitated online while ensuring better content standards than existing platforms.
Deep learning AIs are designed to maximize the time we all spend on these apps. It turns out when an app company doesn't care about content...
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