San FranciscoThe platforms’ very own investor wrote this rebuttal.
Users can’t see or opt out of the ranking changes at issue.
A16z cites a survey showing satisfaction rose 1 point to 75 of 100 this year, calling critics nostalgic.
Meta’s own user count fell for the first time this year.
How each outlet framed it
- 404 Media
- reframes enshittification as 'platform narcissism'—older users perceive decline because platforms now serve younger demographics instead
Sources: 404 Media