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When Gamification Goes Too Far: Signs Your Product is Becoming Predatory

Tinder's design, described as addictive, highlights significant issues in product design that lead users to feel compelled rather than intrinsically motivated.

Something Bizarre Is Happening to People Who Use ChatGPT a Lot

ChatGPT power users exhibit signs of dependency similar to addiction, particularly among those with emotional needs.

When Gamification Goes Too Far: Signs Your Product is Becoming Predatory

Tinder's design, described as addictive, highlights significant issues in product design that lead users to feel compelled rather than intrinsically motivated.

Something Bizarre Is Happening to People Who Use ChatGPT a Lot

ChatGPT power users exhibit signs of dependency similar to addiction, particularly among those with emotional needs.

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#artificial-intelligence

SEO is Changing for the Better, Thanks to AI

AI is revolutionizing SEO, making it more strategic and less labor-intensive.

Human error is cybersecurity's number one concern, Kaseya report finds

User behavior is the primary cybersecurity challenge in 2024, according to Kaseya's research, highlighting the need for improved training and awareness.

Protect Your Phone With Android's Theft Detection Features

Google's theft protection features for Android require user opt-in for personalized security based on behavioral insights from a beta test.

SEO is Changing for the Better, Thanks to AI

AI is revolutionizing SEO, making it more strategic and less labor-intensive.

Human error is cybersecurity's number one concern, Kaseya report finds

User behavior is the primary cybersecurity challenge in 2024, according to Kaseya's research, highlighting the need for improved training and awareness.

Protect Your Phone With Android's Theft Detection Features

Google's theft protection features for Android require user opt-in for personalized security based on behavioral insights from a beta test.

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#ai

The CEO of dark horse search engine You.com says Google's days as an 'untouchable monopoly' are numbered

Richard Socher believes Google's search monopoly is threatened as users increasingly seek alternatives like You.com.

What makes a good search engine? These 4 models can help you use search in the age of AI

The effectiveness and quality of search engines influence user opinions and behaviors significantly.

TikTok is testing AI-generated search results

TikTok is testing a more robust search results page featuring generative AI, including 'search highlights.'

The CEO of dark horse search engine You.com says Google's days as an 'untouchable monopoly' are numbered

Richard Socher believes Google's search monopoly is threatened as users increasingly seek alternatives like You.com.

What makes a good search engine? These 4 models can help you use search in the age of AI

The effectiveness and quality of search engines influence user opinions and behaviors significantly.

TikTok is testing AI-generated search results

TikTok is testing a more robust search results page featuring generative AI, including 'search highlights.'

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#social-media

Social media is splintering. Here's how to navigate the moment.

Meta's dominance creates challenges for users aiming to quit its platforms due to reliance on its services.

What We Learned From Analyzing 1.7M Posts on X, Threads, and Bluesky

Despite different user experiences, X, Threads, and Bluesky show similar median engagement at four interactions per post.

The Scoop: 12 Americans describe their complex relationship with TikTok - PR Daily

TikTok is a critical platform for news consumption in the U.S., reflecting a complex user relationship with social media.

You can now post tracks to TikTok from Spotify and Apple Music

TikTok introduces a feature to directly share music from streaming services like Apple Music and Spotify.

Social Media and Loneliness: A Dangerous Pair

Loneliness and social anxiety increase problematic social media usage.

Increased social media use can amplify feelings of loneliness and anxiety.

Active social media engagement and setting boundaries can help mitigate loneliness.

TikTok ban: These rival apps will compete for users' attention

Adult U.S. TikTok users spend an average of 54 minutes on the app daily, surpassing other major social media platforms.

Social media is splintering. Here's how to navigate the moment.

Meta's dominance creates challenges for users aiming to quit its platforms due to reliance on its services.

What We Learned From Analyzing 1.7M Posts on X, Threads, and Bluesky

Despite different user experiences, X, Threads, and Bluesky show similar median engagement at four interactions per post.

The Scoop: 12 Americans describe their complex relationship with TikTok - PR Daily

TikTok is a critical platform for news consumption in the U.S., reflecting a complex user relationship with social media.

You can now post tracks to TikTok from Spotify and Apple Music

TikTok introduces a feature to directly share music from streaming services like Apple Music and Spotify.

Social Media and Loneliness: A Dangerous Pair

Loneliness and social anxiety increase problematic social media usage.

Increased social media use can amplify feelings of loneliness and anxiety.

Active social media engagement and setting boundaries can help mitigate loneliness.

TikTok ban: These rival apps will compete for users' attention

Adult U.S. TikTok users spend an average of 54 minutes on the app daily, surpassing other major social media platforms.

moresocial-media

#google-search

1/3rd Don't Use Google Search All That Much

One-third of active web users conduct minimal Google searches, showing broader search engine habits.

Google puts an end to continuous scroll - Marketplace

Google is removing the continuous scroll feature in search results to enhance speed and user focus, part of a broader shift towards influencing user behavior.

1/3rd Don't Use Google Search All That Much

One-third of active web users conduct minimal Google searches, showing broader search engine habits.

Google puts an end to continuous scroll - Marketplace

Google is removing the continuous scroll feature in search results to enhance speed and user focus, part of a broader shift towards influencing user behavior.

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#dark-mode

Using dark mode to save energy? You might want to rethink

Using dark mode may increase energy consumption due to users adjusting brightness higher than in standard mode.

Small study suggests dark mode doesn't save much power for very human reasons

Dark modes on LCDs may not save power as often claimed, especially when brightness is increased by users.

Using dark mode to save energy? You might want to rethink

Using dark mode may increase energy consumption due to users adjusting brightness higher than in standard mode.

Small study suggests dark mode doesn't save much power for very human reasons

Dark modes on LCDs may not save power as often claimed, especially when brightness is increased by users.

moredark-mode

#digital-media

Less is more, and discounts work: A new study looks at the minutiae of paywall strategy

Effective paywall design should prioritize simplicity in teaser features to boost subscription rates.

Bored? Scientists say mindless scrolling through online videos makes it worse

Digital switching, like scrolling through videos, can paradoxically increase boredom instead of alleviating it.

Less is more, and discounts work: A new study looks at the minutiae of paywall strategy

Effective paywall design should prioritize simplicity in teaser features to boost subscription rates.

Bored? Scientists say mindless scrolling through online videos makes it worse

Digital switching, like scrolling through videos, can paradoxically increase boredom instead of alleviating it.

moredigital-media

#e-commerce

A Well-intentioned Cashback Program Caused an Increase in Fraud-Here's What Happened | HackerNoon

Faster cashback payouts intended to boost purchases unexpectedly led to increased fraud among users.

Harvard Study Finds Image Search Tools Can Change Customer Behavior

Seeing is believing in online shopping can lead to increased purchases and spending over time through tools like Picture Text Guidance.

A Well-intentioned Cashback Program Caused an Increase in Fraud-Here's What Happened | HackerNoon

Faster cashback payouts intended to boost purchases unexpectedly led to increased fraud among users.

Harvard Study Finds Image Search Tools Can Change Customer Behavior

Seeing is believing in online shopping can lead to increased purchases and spending over time through tools like Picture Text Guidance.

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Game Scores Are Too Slow to Track Player Progress Efficiently | HackerNoon

The study focuses on modelling user behavior in gameplay using probabilistic methods.

#web-design

Page fold UX: Above-the-fold website UX needs to change - LogRocket Blog

User behavior has evolved, making 'above-the-fold' less critical as many scroll past it now.

Navigation UX Design: Types & Best Practices

Navigation UX is essential for guiding users efficiently through digital interfaces, crucial for enhancing user experience and driving conversions.

Page fold UX: Above-the-fold website UX needs to change - LogRocket Blog

User behavior has evolved, making 'above-the-fold' less critical as many scroll past it now.

Navigation UX Design: Types & Best Practices

Navigation UX is essential for guiding users efficiently through digital interfaces, crucial for enhancing user experience and driving conversions.

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How Conversion Modeling Works for Ecommerce (2025) - Shopify

Google's new data collection approach requires user consent, affecting how businesses track user behavior.

Conversion modeling uses machine learning to predict user actions without direct observation.

#tiktok

TikTok comes for Google's ad business as it starts letting advertisers target its search results page | TechCrunch

TikTok is enhancing its search advertising capabilities, allowing brands to control their presence in search results, challenging Google's dominance.

The launch of TikTok Search Ads Campaign aims to capitalize on its growing user base using the app as a search engine.

TikTok Users Are More Likely to Visit Movie Theaters, 2024 Study Finds

TikTok significantly influences moviegoer behavior, with users being much more likely to visit theaters.

The app plays a crucial role in movie marketing, capturing audience attention effectively.

Instagram, YouTube the biggest likely winners of TikTok ban but smaller rivals could rise too

TikTok users spend an average of 54 minutes daily, impacting other platforms; potential shift in user behavior without TikTok.

iPhones with TikTok still installed are going for thousands of dollars on eBay

Users are willing to pay exorbitant prices for smartphones with TikTok installed after a nationwide ban made the app temporarily unavailable.

Instagram, YouTube the biggest likely winners of TikTok ban but smaller rivals could rise too

Adults in the US spend more time on TikTok than on Instagram, Snapchat, or YouTube, which could lead to a shift in user behavior if TikTok were to disappear.

Most US TikTok users aren't following political accounts, study says

Most TikTok accounts followed by U.S. adults are non-political, focusing on entertainment and humor.

Political content on TikTok is limited, and often mixed with other topics.

TikTok comes for Google's ad business as it starts letting advertisers target its search results page | TechCrunch

TikTok is enhancing its search advertising capabilities, allowing brands to control their presence in search results, challenging Google's dominance.

The launch of TikTok Search Ads Campaign aims to capitalize on its growing user base using the app as a search engine.

TikTok Users Are More Likely to Visit Movie Theaters, 2024 Study Finds

TikTok significantly influences moviegoer behavior, with users being much more likely to visit theaters.

The app plays a crucial role in movie marketing, capturing audience attention effectively.

Instagram, YouTube the biggest likely winners of TikTok ban but smaller rivals could rise too

TikTok users spend an average of 54 minutes daily, impacting other platforms; potential shift in user behavior without TikTok.

iPhones with TikTok still installed are going for thousands of dollars on eBay

Users are willing to pay exorbitant prices for smartphones with TikTok installed after a nationwide ban made the app temporarily unavailable.

Instagram, YouTube the biggest likely winners of TikTok ban but smaller rivals could rise too

Adults in the US spend more time on TikTok than on Instagram, Snapchat, or YouTube, which could lead to a shift in user behavior if TikTok were to disappear.

Most US TikTok users aren't following political accounts, study says

Most TikTok accounts followed by U.S. adults are non-political, focusing on entertainment and humor.

Political content on TikTok is limited, and often mixed with other topics.

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Are AI tools shaping your intentions more than you realize? | MarTech

AI tools reflect and reshape individual thoughts, helping users navigate their personal journeys through vulnerability sharing.

Facing uncertainty on TikTok, some users say they'll ditch scrolling culture altogether

The TikTok ban prompted users to reconsider scrolling habits, with many exploring alternatives or reducing screen time amid uncertainty.

Microsoft Clarity launches Google Ads integration | MarTech

Microsoft Clarity's integration with Google Ads bridges campaign performance and user behavior, enhancing ad spend ROI understanding.

#search-engine-optimization

Are marketers trusting AI too much? How to avoid the strategic pitfall | MarTech

AI tools are revolutionizing marketing research and decision-making, but reliance on them risks diminishing critical thinking and strategic reasoning.

Will AI search suck the personality out of your brand?

AI overviews in search engines are changing how users find information, impacting brand visibility and traffic significantly.

Are marketers trusting AI too much? How to avoid the strategic pitfall | MarTech

AI tools are revolutionizing marketing research and decision-making, but reliance on them risks diminishing critical thinking and strategic reasoning.

Will AI search suck the personality out of your brand?

AI overviews in search engines are changing how users find information, impacting brand visibility and traffic significantly.

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#user-engagement

User Engagement Metrics: Essentials

User engagement metrics are crucial for assessing user interaction and satisfaction with a product.

Analyzing both session length and frequency offers deeper insights into user behavior.

Reintroducing comment sections to Netflix- a product strategy

Analyzing market trends aids in predicting user behaviors, guiding decisions, and improving features like comment sections on Netflix.

User Engagement Metrics: Essentials

User engagement metrics are crucial for assessing user interaction and satisfaction with a product.

Analyzing both session length and frequency offers deeper insights into user behavior.

Reintroducing comment sections to Netflix- a product strategy

Analyzing market trends aids in predicting user behaviors, guiding decisions, and improving features like comment sections on Netflix.

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#cybersecurity

The UK's most common passwords revealed - are you still using one?

Many people in the UK still use easily hackable passwords, endangering their personal information and accounts.

People who visit adult or gambling websites double their risk of malware

Visiting adult and gambling websites significantly increases malware installation risks on work devices, highlighting the interplay between online behavior and cybersecurity.

Ethical hacker explains the risks of using public internet

User vulnerability is the primary risk in modern cybersecurity, often exploited through phishing attacks and social engineering.

Public areas are neglected in user training, posing a substantial risk for cyber exploitation in everyday situations.

Your complicated passwords may not be as effective as you think

Longer passwords are more secure than complex passwords, according to new NIST guidelines.

These are the passwords you definitely shouldn't be using

The UK's most common passwords revealed - are you still using one?

Many people in the UK still use easily hackable passwords, endangering their personal information and accounts.

People who visit adult or gambling websites double their risk of malware

Visiting adult and gambling websites significantly increases malware installation risks on work devices, highlighting the interplay between online behavior and cybersecurity.

Ethical hacker explains the risks of using public internet

User vulnerability is the primary risk in modern cybersecurity, often exploited through phishing attacks and social engineering.

Public areas are neglected in user training, posing a substantial risk for cyber exploitation in everyday situations.

Your complicated passwords may not be as effective as you think

Longer passwords are more secure than complex passwords, according to new NIST guidelines.

These are the passwords you definitely shouldn't be using

morecybersecurity

What does AI mean?': Amazon reveals UK's most asked Alexa questions of 2024

Alexa's user queries revealed a blend of practical knowledge and curiosity about pop culture, particularly surrounding celebrities like Taylor Swift.

#misinformation

TikTok Pushed Young German Voters Toward Far-Right Party

The power of suggestive search terms on social media platforms can influence perceptions and memories despite lacking substance.

Don't blame search engines for sending users to unreliable sites

Reliable sites appear in search results 19 to 45 times more often than low-quality content sites.

User behavior plays a significant role in the proliferation of misinformation, beyond algorithmic influence.

TikTok Pushed Young German Voters Toward Far-Right Party

The power of suggestive search terms on social media platforms can influence perceptions and memories despite lacking substance.

Don't blame search engines for sending users to unreliable sites

Reliable sites appear in search results 19 to 45 times more often than low-quality content sites.

User behavior plays a significant role in the proliferation of misinformation, beyond algorithmic influence.

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Meta joins others reinventing search with AI | TechTarget

Meta is developing an AI search engine to reduce dependence on Google and Microsoft.

Study reveals three ways to disappear down a Wikipedia rabbit hole

Understanding curiosity styles on Wikipedia can enhance user experience and teamwork.

#information-overload

The age of UX : Information Crunching & Preserving !!

The ease of access to information has significantly altered user behavior and cognitive load.

The age of UX : Information Crunching & Preserving !!

The digital age has exponentially increased the amount of information available, creating challenges in processing and understanding it effectively.

The age of UX : Information Crunching & Preserving !!

The ease of access to information has significantly altered user behavior and cognitive load.

The age of UX : Information Crunching & Preserving !!

The digital age has exponentially increased the amount of information available, creating challenges in processing and understanding it effectively.

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Data: Engagement Rate of 1.2 Million AI-Assisted Posts vs. Human-Only

AI Assistant enhances content generation and engagement significantly, with high user adoption rates.

The study analyzed the engagement of AI-assisted content against traditional methods across multiple platforms.

#product-management

How Can AI Enhance Product Management

AI enhances Product Managers' decision-making by enabling efficient analysis of large datasets, leading to informed business outcomes.

What makes for a habit-forming product? - LogRocket Blog

Habit-forming products create replicable user behaviors that solve core problems, aiming to establish trust and engagement through triggers, actions, and variable rewards.

How Can AI Enhance Product Management

AI enhances Product Managers' decision-making by enabling efficient analysis of large datasets, leading to informed business outcomes.

What makes for a habit-forming product? - LogRocket Blog

Habit-forming products create replicable user behaviors that solve core problems, aiming to establish trust and engagement through triggers, actions, and variable rewards.

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How to use Microsoft Clarity for deeper website analytics | MarTech

Microsoft Clarity enhances analytics and user profiling through heatmaps and session recordings, offering valuable insights into user behavior for free.

YouTube Adds More Thumb Frame Editing Options for Shorts

YouTube prioritizes functionality over custom thumbnails for Shorts, given their unique viewing behavior.

Future development of custom thumbnails for Shorts is under consideration but not confirmed.

Report: Half of Uber, Lyft Trips Replace More Sustainable Options - Streetsblog California

Ride-hail services significantly replace public transport and active modes of transport, highlighting the need for improved public transit connections.

What Is Fingerprinting?

Digital fingerprinting collects detailed user device data for targeted advertising and cross-site tracking.

Piwik PRO Transforms Publisher Analytics with Fully Customisable Real-Time Dashboards

Real-time dashboards by Piwik PRO offer instant insights, full customization, and wide accessibility to address publishing industry challenges.

The ethics of persuasion in design - LogRocket Blog

Persuasion in design involves subtly influencing user behaviors without them realizing it, while ethics ensures fair and transparent practices in the process.

Onboarding for Active Users | Laws of UX

Active users don't typically read manuals and prefer to start using software right away, posing a challenge for onboarding processes.

How To Harness Mouse Interaction Data For Practical Machine Learning Solutions - Smashing Magazine

Mouse data is a valuable source of insight into user behavior online, providing opportunities for predictive analytics and personalized user experiences.

Unveiling the 7 Essential Components for an Exceptional Website

A modern website design encompasses more than just visual appeal; it impacts SEO, brand perception, and user behavior. It's crucial for reaching a wider audience and driving business goals.

Introducing Galileo AI Summer '24: Session summaries and severe mobile issues - LogRocket Blog

Session replay and product analytics are crucial for understanding user behavior. Galileo automates session analysis, saving time and providing valuable insights.

Website Analytics: A Beginner's Guide

Utilize website analytics like pageviews, unique pageviews, sessions, new visitors, and returning visitors to gain insights into user behavior and optimize your site.

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#user-behavior#user-behavior

How to use GA4 events to track and measure your KPIs | MarTech

Ethical Gamification: Designing for User Well-being in the Age of Addictive Tech

The reality of dating apps

It feels like admin': why are people falling out of love with dating apps?

Ethical Gamification: Designing for User Well-being in the Age of Addictive Tech

The reality of dating apps

It feels like admin': why are people falling out of love with dating apps?

When Gamification Goes Too Far: Signs Your Product is Becoming Predatory

Something Bizarre Is Happening to People Who Use ChatGPT a Lot

When Gamification Goes Too Far: Signs Your Product is Becoming Predatory

Something Bizarre Is Happening to People Who Use ChatGPT a Lot

SEO is Changing for the Better, Thanks to AI

Human error is cybersecurity's number one concern, Kaseya report finds

Protect Your Phone With Android's Theft Detection Features

SEO is Changing for the Better, Thanks to AI

Human error is cybersecurity's number one concern, Kaseya report finds

Protect Your Phone With Android's Theft Detection Features

The CEO of dark horse search engine You.com says Google's days as an 'untouchable monopoly' are numbered

What makes a good search engine? These 4 models can help you use search in the age of AI

TikTok is testing AI-generated search results

The CEO of dark horse search engine You.com says Google's days as an 'untouchable monopoly' are numbered

What makes a good search engine? These 4 models can help you use search in the age of AI

TikTok is testing AI-generated search results

Social media is splintering. Here's how to navigate the moment.

What We Learned From Analyzing 1.7M Posts on X, Threads, and Bluesky

The Scoop: 12 Americans describe their complex relationship with TikTok - PR Daily

You can now post tracks to TikTok from Spotify and Apple Music

Social Media and Loneliness: A Dangerous Pair

TikTok ban: These rival apps will compete for users' attention

Social media is splintering. Here's how to navigate the moment.

What We Learned From Analyzing 1.7M Posts on X, Threads, and Bluesky

The Scoop: 12 Americans describe their complex relationship with TikTok - PR Daily

You can now post tracks to TikTok from Spotify and Apple Music

Social Media and Loneliness: A Dangerous Pair

TikTok ban: These rival apps will compete for users' attention

1/3rd Don't Use Google Search All That Much

Google puts an end to continuous scroll - Marketplace

1/3rd Don't Use Google Search All That Much

Google puts an end to continuous scroll - Marketplace

Using dark mode to save energy? You might want to rethink

Small study suggests dark mode doesn't save much power for very human reasons

Using dark mode to save energy? You might want to rethink

Small study suggests dark mode doesn't save much power for very human reasons

Less is more, and discounts work: A new study looks at the minutiae of paywall strategy

Bored? Scientists say mindless scrolling through online videos makes it worse

Less is more, and discounts work: A new study looks at the minutiae of paywall strategy

Bored? Scientists say mindless scrolling through online videos makes it worse

A Well-intentioned Cashback Program Caused an Increase in Fraud-Here's What Happened | HackerNoon

Harvard Study Finds Image Search Tools Can Change Customer Behavior

A Well-intentioned Cashback Program Caused an Increase in Fraud-Here's What Happened | HackerNoon

Harvard Study Finds Image Search Tools Can Change Customer Behavior

Game Scores Are Too Slow to Track Player Progress Efficiently | HackerNoon

Page fold UX: Above-the-fold website UX needs to change - LogRocket Blog

Navigation UX Design: Types & Best Practices

Page fold UX: Above-the-fold website UX needs to change - LogRocket Blog

Navigation UX Design: Types & Best Practices

How Conversion Modeling Works for Ecommerce (2025) - Shopify

TikTok comes for Google's ad business as it starts letting advertisers target its search results page | TechCrunch

TikTok Users Are More Likely to Visit Movie Theaters, 2024 Study Finds

Instagram, YouTube the biggest likely winners of TikTok ban but smaller rivals could rise too

iPhones with TikTok still installed are going for thousands of dollars on eBay

Instagram, YouTube the biggest likely winners of TikTok ban but smaller rivals could rise too

Most US TikTok users aren't following political accounts, study says

TikTok comes for Google's ad business as it starts letting advertisers target its search results page | TechCrunch

TikTok Users Are More Likely to Visit Movie Theaters, 2024 Study Finds

Instagram, YouTube the biggest likely winners of TikTok ban but smaller rivals could rise too

iPhones with TikTok still installed are going for thousands of dollars on eBay

Instagram, YouTube the biggest likely winners of TikTok ban but smaller rivals could rise too

Most US TikTok users aren't following political accounts, study says

Are AI tools shaping your intentions more than you realize? | MarTech

Facing uncertainty on TikTok, some users say they'll ditch scrolling culture altogether

Microsoft Clarity launches Google Ads integration | MarTech

Are marketers trusting AI too much? How to avoid the strategic pitfall | MarTech

Will AI search suck the personality out of your brand?

Are marketers trusting AI too much? How to avoid the strategic pitfall | MarTech

Will AI search suck the personality out of your brand?

User Engagement Metrics: Essentials

Reintroducing comment sections to Netflix- a product strategy

User Engagement Metrics: Essentials

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