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technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"Instagram Co-Founders Shutting Down Artifact News App"

Instagram co-founders Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger are shutting down their news app Artifact just a year after its launch, citing a lack of market opportunity. The app, which used AI to suggest news and featured AI-powered article summaries, will begin winding down with users no longer able to add new comments or posts. The team of eight people working on Artifact will go their separate ways, with Systrom expressing excitement about continuing to build new things in the realm of AI.

via The Verge|

#ai #artifact #instagram

social-media2 years ago•3 min saved

Instagram's Founder Claims the App Has Lost Its Soul.

Instagram co-founder Kevin Systrom has criticized the platform for losing its "soul" and becoming too focused on monetization, leaving regular users feeling left out. The rise of influencers has also created unrealistic expectations about success and happiness. Systrom praised the BeReal platform for promoting authenticity, but it remains to be seen whether it can compete with Instagram's curated image of perfection. The criticism highlights growing concerns about the impact of social media on mental health and the need to use these platforms in a healthy and authentic way.

via Gizchina.com|

#bereal #influencers #instagram