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Comment by neltnerb

3 years ago

I am not sure that's the "intent" but it sure is a suspiciously advantageous (for them) side effect.

Like how I gave up using protonmail because my emails kept getting classified as spam by anyone using gmail or gmail-backed organizational email.

I'm on the opposite spectrum: I think the intent to collect data is at least above 50%, meaning that gathering information on individuals visiting third-party platforms has taken precedence over training their model.

Also, I think we shouldn't underestimate the monetization value of being able to target "HN users" for advertising. From the moment we are flagged, Google can exploit this data pointer for targeted advertisment on any other website/app.

This information should be given at the highest cost possible:)