User Experiences that Matter

Share this post

The #1 reason Facebook won’t ever change

substack.antonsten.com

The #1 reason Facebook won’t ever change

Anton Sten
Feb 25, 2018
Share this post

The #1 reason Facebook won’t ever change

substack.antonsten.com

Google’s core DNA is search and engineering, though some would say engineering that is driven by the economics of search, which makes it hard for the company to see the world through any other lens. Apple’s lens is that of product, design, and experience. This allows it to make great phones and to put emphasis on privacy, but makes it hard for them to build data-informed services.

Facebook’s DNA is that of a social platform addicted to growth and engagement. At its very core, every policy, every decision, every strategy is based on growth (at any cost) and engagement (at any cost). More growth and more engagement means more data — which means the company can make more advertising dollars, which gives it a nosebleed valuation on the stock market, which in turn allows it to remain competitive and stay ahead of its rivals.Om Malik - The #1 reason Facebook won’t ever change

Share this post

The #1 reason Facebook won’t ever change

substack.antonsten.com
Previous
Next
Comments
TopNewCommunity

No posts

Ready for more?

© 2023 Anton Sten, Le Petit Garcon AB
Privacy ∙ Terms ∙ Collection notice
Start WritingGet the app
Substack is the home for great writing