TikTokers are calling LA ICE raids 'music festivals' to trick the algorithm
Submitted 3 days ago by chobeat@lemmy.ml to technology@lemmy.world
https://lapublicpress.org/2025/08/tiktokers-calling-la-ice-raids-music-festivals-to-trick-algorithm/
FenderStratocaster@lemmy.world 3 days ago
I like Tiktok for funny and helpful videos, but I deleted it because I realized the algorithm was controlling too much of what I was seeing. I realized it was starting to shape my opinions and split.
Their algorithm is a drug and spreads propaganda just like Facebook. Stay far away.
CosmoNova@lemmy.world 3 days ago
Good on you for making that realization. Most TikTok users I encounter do not have that level of self-reflection. I‘m not sure if I would have it if I ever installed it. I mean when you‘re constantly surrounded by the algorithmic equivalent of yes-men on TikTok, any opposition outside your bubble must look like a glitch. It seems pretty tough to break out of that.
systemglitch@lemmy.world 3 days ago
I make a point of avoiding any form of mass produced short video format. I could almost feel my IQ dimming as I watched those things.
CosmicTurtle0@lemmy.dbzer0.com 3 days ago
I recently became active again on LinkedIn because gestures generally at all of the layoffs and even they have short form videos.
Who asked for that?!