Facebook Controversy and Cash Quiz

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What is the current valuation of Meta, Facebook's parent company?

$1.2 trillion

How has the nature of online social networks changed according to the text?

The amalgam of personal interactions and mass communication is splitting in two.

What trend is observed in the migration of public posting on social media?

Public posting is increasingly migrating to closed groups.

How does Mark Zuckerberg describe the current transformation of the digital 'town square'?

Being rebuilt and posing problems. Signup and view all the answers

What role do social media play in people's online experience?

Social media are how people experience the internet. Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of mobile screen time do social apps take up?

Nearly half Signup and view all the answers

What is highlighted as a concern when nearly half of young people rely on social media as their main source of news?

Social media's flaws Signup and view all the answers

What do some people believe can address the defects of social networks?

Better governance, clever coding, or a different business model Signup and view all the answers

What trade-offs are mentioned in human communication that contribute to social media's flaws?

Less oversight in private groups, exposure to more extreme content outside echo chambers, and reduced news consumption for harmless entertainment Signup and view all the answers

What is the suggestion provided in the text for platform operators and users as social networks decline?

Devote less time to old battles and more to grappling with the new Signup and view all the answers

What is the overall impact of the problems raised by the new generation of apps on social media?

Highlighting social media's flaws Signup and view all the answers

What is the trend in the share of Americans who enjoy documenting their life online since 2020?

The share has fallen from 40% to 28% since 2020. Signup and view all the answers

Why are closed messaging platforms like WhatsApp and Telegram becoming more popular for debates?

Closed platforms are preferred for debates because they are more private and less exposed to algorithms that promote sensationalism. Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential positive aspect of social networks that take content from anywhere?

They have the potential to spread the best ideas farthest. Signup and view all the answers

How do messaging apps contribute to the mental health of teenagers according to the text?

Closed groups on messaging apps may be better for the mental health of teenagers because they offer more privacy. Signup and view all the answers

What is the concern regarding unmoderated messaging apps like Telegram?

Unmoderated messaging apps, like Telegram, can lead to the spread of misinformation and unregulated broadcasts. Signup and view all the answers

How have open-network algorithms changed in terms of promoting content?

Open-network algorithms now reward content based on engagement rather than deliberate curation or sharing. Signup and view all the answers

Why are provocateurs like Mr. Trump likely to benefit from the current social media landscape?

Provocateurs benefit from the current social media landscape because algorithms now reward content based on engagement, not just sharing. Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of the decline in public posting on open networks?

The decline in public posting on open networks has made them less useful due to reduced content and engagement. Signup and view all the answers

Why is there a concern about the lack of real news across social media platforms?

There is a concern about the lack of real news because platforms have shifted towards entertainment, with news making up only a small percentage of content. Signup and view all the answers

What are some challenges faced by publications like BuzzFeed News in the current social media landscape?

Publications like BuzzFeed News have faced challenges due to the decline in social distribution and the shift away from news content. Signup and view all the answers