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Re:The Facebook Algorithm Mom Problem by rhizome on Wednesday July 12, 2017 @05:05PM (#14756671)
Because if e.g. you watch a Tool video, the ad rates for you watching a Korn video after that are higher than if you watch a Zeni Geva one. Alternatively, Kesha > Lady Gaga vs. Kesha > Joni James. Unscientific, but it comports with conventional wisdom with regard to fiduciary duties to stockholders.
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Re:The Facebook Algorithm Mom Problem by icebraining on Wednesday July 12, 2017 @05:57PM (#14757042)
Because if e.g. you watch a Tool video, the ad rates for you watching a Korn video after that are higher than if you watch a Zeni Geva one

But why? If I've watched hundreds of Zeni Geva videos over the years, but it's my fifth Tool video, why would I be more likely to click on a ad on a Korn video?

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Re:The Facebook Algorithm Mom Problem by rhizome on Wednesday July 12, 2017 @06:54PM (#14757381)
It's not that they think you'll be more likely, it's that they rather you did, so the suggestion emerges. Recommendation engines are a funnel for revenue.
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