Some platforms suddenly rolled out tiered privilege systems, granting exclusive status to select circles. The mechanism? A visibility algorithm that rewards two behaviors: relentless posting frequency, or holding top-tier status and engaging with fellow elites.

The outcome shouldn't surprise anyone—low-quality content flooded the feeds.

When you architect an incentive structure that prioritizes volume over substance and concentrates influence within closed networks, you're essentially engineering a race to the bottom. The system doesn't reward thoughtful contributions; it rewards gaming the algorithm.