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Dalton Caldwell

08/28/24

@ Y Combinator

Social media companies are like the machines in 'The Matrix,' using users as batteries to generate content and profit.

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How To Live In The Social Media Matrix

@ Y Combinator

08/28/24

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Dr. Anna Lembke

08/16/21

@ Andrew Huberman

Social media is engineered to be addictive, functioning like a drug that requires thoughtful use to avoid negative impacts on our lives.

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Gaurav Misra

03/27/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

The future of social media may involve entirely AI-generated content, where users interact with non-existent personas tailored to their preferences.

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Nikhil Kamath Cast

04/20/23

@ Nikhil Kamath

Humans are inherently social beings, and social media platforms capitalize on this by providing instant gratification through likes and comments.

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Geoffrey Hinton

06/16/25

@ The Diary Of A CEO

Social media algorithms create echo chambers by showing users content that confirms their existing biases, further dividing society.

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Sam Altman

06/28/24

@ PowerfulJRE

The societal impact of technology, especially in terms of social media, has created a complex relationship where we often feel controlled by our devices rather than the other way around.

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Naval Ravikant

06/05/19

@ PowerfulJRE

The most powerful individuals today are those who write the algorithms for social media platforms, as they control the flow of information and influence public opinion.

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Nikhil Kamath Cast

04/20/23

@ Nikhil Kamath

Social media platforms monetize user data by analyzing behavioral patterns and preferences to target advertisements effectively.

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Michael Seibel

08/28/24

@ Y Combinator

Every time you post content online, it contributes to page views that generate revenue for social media companies without any cost to them.

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Nikhil Kamath Cast

04/20/23

@ Nikhil Kamath

Most social media platforms primarily facilitate passive consumption rather than active engagement, which is crucial for their power and influence.