The hottest Social media Substack posts right now

And their main takeaways
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Communication after GPT

pgpt • 3 HN points • 15 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. People may start writing in bullet points and use GPT to generate full articles.
  2. GPT can quickly expand on online discussions and threads for articles.
  3. Cybersecurity challenges will increase with scammers using AI to create more convincing scams.

From friends to followers - yes, social media made us lonely

Dachi • 2 implied HN points • 08 Oct 23
🎭️ Culture Social media
  1. Social media has shifted from fostering social relationships to providing mindless entertainment with users as 'followers'.
  2. Evolving towards entertainment, social media pushes users to be passive consumers rather than creators.
  3. Balancing social media usage between social connections and entertainment is crucial for mental well-being, avoiding loneliness and depression.
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Humor and Stories as a Way to Build Loyalty

Build Startup In Public • 1 HN point • 12 Apr 24
💼 Business Social media
  1. Using humor and stories can help brands connect to their audience and keep them engaged. This makes people feel like part of a community.
  2. Creating relatable content can lead to positive feelings and keep people coming back for more. It's important to make sure the style matches the audience's preferences.
  3. Tracking audience engagement, like laughs during presentations, can help improve how content is delivered. This helps brands tell their story more effectively.

Eight billion hogs, screaming

Numb at the Lodge • 2 HN points • 28 Apr 23
🎭️ Culture Social media
  1. Heavenbanning creates a virtual online world for individuals where they feel appreciated and praised.
  2. Freedom of speech is more than just the ability to say anything; it's about the right to be heard and have your message distributed.
  3. Communication and language impose limits on free speech, as expressing oneself requires adhering to a structured system.

Don't Ban TikTok Just Because it's a Flaming Planet of Dinosaur Shit

I Might Be Wrong • 1 implied HN point • 19 Mar 24
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. There are various reasons to dislike TikTok beyond its content, like how it impacts the comedy industry and news integrity.
  2. The decision to ban TikTok should be focused on its potential ties to the Chinese government, rather than just its content.
  3. Banning social media platforms should have a specific, well-considered rationale to avoid setting a precedent that could be misused.

Twitter Algorithm Review - Part 1 - my criteria and Real Graph

PashaNomics • 2 implied HN points • 02 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. Good social media algorithms should focus on improving user experience and positive user engagement, rather than just efficiency.
  2. Transparency in algorithm criteria and decision-making is crucial for understanding how the algorithm functions and analyzing its impact.
  3. Algorithm improvements should aim to fulfill user expectations, promote positive behavior, and avoid incentivizing negative interactions, such as hate engagements.

Missing: billions of views (+ weekly update)

12challenges • 1 HN point • 23 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. We do not know the most viewed content on social media, despite billions of collective views on public videos.
  2. A paper found that a large percentage of views on YouTube came from a small percentage of videos, indicating a power law distribution.
  3. Strategically asking platforms to reveal their most viewed public content under specific laws is a way to unlock future data access requests and understand the influence algorithms have on information consumption.

Enforcing a Social App Ban for Kids

Life Since the Baby Boom • 1 HN point • 19 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. Social media apps can negatively impact kids' mental health, so the proposal suggests banning them for children under 18 to protect them.
  2. The proposal focuses on creating an Adult Social App Reporter (ASAR) to detect Adult Social Apps on kids' phones without compromising privacy or requiring physical access.
  3. The strategy is geared towards reducing the attractiveness of social media apps to kids by enforcing rules for Adult Social Apps and involving parents and schools in monitoring and compliance.

Crap and gold (+ weekly update)

12challenges • 1 HN point • 16 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. On social media platforms like Instagram and Twitter, there's a mix of valuable content (gold) and unwanted material (crap) due to addictive design.
  2. To keep users engaged, platforms use variable rewards and show both good and bad content, including ads.
  3. Despite the mix of content, such platforms have become addictive, making it challenging for users to leave because of the high value placed on the good content.

RecreAIting DemocrAIcy

Gradient Ascendant • 1 HN point • 19 Dec 23
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. Discussions on reinventing democracy often focus on AI and new ideas like citizens' assemblies.
  2. There is a generational gap in perceptions of representative democracy, with younger individuals more skeptical.
  3. Tech industry's rapid experimentation clashes with the slower pace of policy change, indicating the need for a balance between innovation and regulation.

Riêng tư trên Internet

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 19 implied HN points • 25 Jul 12
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. Using products and services from foreign companies on the internet may involve sharing personal information, which is not necessarily bad as these companies provide free services in exchange for that data.
  2. It's important for users to question whether they should trust a company to access and use their personal information, as most companies outline these practices in their privacy policies.
  3. It's common for governments to request user information from companies, and while US companies may be more likely to challenge such requests, companies in countries like Vietnam often comply without question, raising concerns about privacy and trust.

The influencers are not ok

Mehdeeka • 1 implied HN point • 08 Nov 23
💼 Business Social media
  1. Social media for B2B brands is fast-changing and can be challenging to navigate.
  2. Utilizing micro or nano influencers may be more effective in reaching the right audience.
  3. It's okay to prioritize other aspects of your business over stressing about maintaining a buzzing social media presence.

The dysfunctional state of tech

Mind Prison • 1 implied HN point • 17 Jul 23
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. Tech platforms have normalized dysfunctional relationships with users and businesses.
  2. Support from tech companies has become incompetent and user-hostile.
  3. There are constant vague policies, impossible clarifications, and issues with support from tech companies like Facebook, Twitter, Google, and YouTube.

The Case of the Like Button that Ate Society

the best of a great lot • 1 HN point • 13 Jun 23
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. Regulating social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter to improve societal discourse and civility is a complex challenge that requires addressing various elements like like buttons, algorithms, and personal feeds.
  2. When evaluating policies for regulating technology and online behavior, it's important to consider different outcomes and potential impacts on free speech, abuse, and innovation.
  3. There is a need to level up legislative and regulatory approaches to address nuanced and multifaceted issues like the impact of social media on society, especially when lawmakers may lack technical expertise.

The Instagram Art Swamp

The Author Is Dumb • 1 implied HN point • 08 May 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Social media
  1. Be wary of scams in the NFT and crypto space, especially concerning offers that seem too good to be true.
  2. Watch out for Instagram engagement tactics that may not be genuine, such as DM requests for promotion packages.
  3. Beware of NFT brokers who promise exposure to big investors but may push you into paying more without delivering results.

Thoughts on A.I. Dilemma: Part 1

Machine Learning Everything • 1 HN point • 17 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. The comparison between AI and social media highlights the potential dangers associated with large language models.
  2. Advancements in large language models, like GPT, can lead to proficiency across various domains, similar to how universal game engines can excel in multiple games.
  3. Language is emphasized as the ultimate medium in AI development, with the trend shifting towards more end-to-end systems.

Twitter Algorithm Review Parts 2,3,4. Out of Network Tweets, Heavy Ranker and some Recommendations

PashaNomics • 1 implied HN point • 03 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. Twitter's algorithm includes features like Out-Of-Network tweets, Heavy Ranker, and Post-Ranker changes.
  2. There are concerns about the impact of algorithmic features on user well-being and engagement.
  3. Recommendations to Twitter include promoting transparency, adjusting algorithm features, and considering the overall user experience.

Join my chat

Informer • 0 implied HN points • 16 Feb 23
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. Join Seth Ackerman's private subscriber chat in the Substack app.
  2. Download the Substack app to access the subscriber chat.
  3. Participate in discussions and updates in the Informer subscriber chat.

North Korea Is Ransomware's New Kid on the Block

Seriously Risky Business • 0 implied HN points • 16 Feb 23
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. North Korea has entered the ransomware business, using different tools and posing potential challenges with their cyber activities.
  2. The US and other countries are implementing coordinated sanctions to disrupt ransomware payment ecosystems and deter cybercriminals.
  3. Biden's emphasis on privacy in the State of the Union address could potentially lead to bipartisan support for comprehensive data privacy laws, focusing on enhancing consumer rights, industry standards, and cybersecurity.