Facebook Allegedly Knew Its Platform Was Divisive For Years But Did Nothing
The Wall Street Journal (via) talks about internal documents and presentations dating back to 2016. Company officials were reportedly aware of the fact that Facebook’s recommendation algorithms caused divisiveness. However, the report adds, the executives brushed aside any potential solutions. The report names Facebook’s VP of Global Public Policy, Joel Kaplan, as a strong voice against the proposed reforms. Kaplan reportedly cited the example of any policy changes potentially harming groups like the Girl Scouts of America....