Summary: Although it is no secret that tech companies have power, The Social Dilemma reveals the gray area of legal and ethical responsibilities. Hear daunting stories from former big wigs at social media companies and watch a fictional family, addicted to their phones, navigate life.
Takeaways: All social media platforms use strategic algorithms to compete for our time. We—“users"—are the real product being sold to advertisers. Be prepared to either have a mind-blowing revelation or, at the very least, be a bit freaked out. I highly recommend reflecting with peers using the official discussion guide.
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