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TikTok Alternative "Loops" is now on Google Play
(blog.joinloops.org)
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this post was submitted on 16 Jun 2026
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The addictice liability is due to manipulation by Tech companies that use algorithms to maximise engagement - i.e. you like something, feed you more so you stay on the app.
That's not an issue with the format or the tech; it's a major issue with a lack of regulation of social media companies.