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Comment by hellomyguys

Generally true, but not entirely accurate...

"TikTok’s Secret ‘Heating’ Button Can Make Anyone Go Viral" https://www.forbes.com/sites/emilybaker-white/2023/01/20/tik...

They also don't just optimize for consumption, but also for new users. Don't have concrete proof, but it seems they help new users get more views to give them that taste of "15 minutes of fame" as early as possible.

parent hellomyguys 3 years ago

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