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The EU Moves To Kill Infinite Scrolling (tech.slashdot.org)
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After successfully recuperating tiktok, politicians are going to once again exploit pseudo-science to outlaw the "infinite scroll." Get ready for the comeback of the pager. Thanks libs!

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[-] Blisterexe@lemmy.zip 97 points 3 days ago

Misleading headline, it's only one of multiple "addictive features" they're considering banning to make social media less addictive.

[-] BlackPenguins@lemmy.world 4 points 2 days ago

Dammit EU. Do I like you or hate you. Pick a lane.

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