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Acquired

CHAPTER

The Birth of Facebook's News Feed

This chapter explores the groundbreaking development of Facebook's News Feed, highlighting the engineering challenges and innovative strategies employed by the team. It reflects on the initial backlash from users during its launch in 2006 and the subsequent rise in engagement, despite privacy concerns. The discussion provides insight into the evolution of user interactions with the platform and the strategic decisions that shaped Facebook's growth into a major media platform.

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