The Manipulation Tactics of Social Media Platforms

Social media platforms employ artificial intelligence systems to manipulate users, showing them a selection of posts that are designed to keep them engaged for as long as possible. These platforms use personal user data and take advantage of human weaknesses to drive engagement, ultimately fueling their revenue from ads. Users unknowingly become influenced by the platform's algorithms, leading to changes in behavior, such as expressing more outrage online. This manipulation affects billions of users worldwide, contributing to the toxic and divisive nature of social media.