Commentary: Wish tech companies knew more about me
The gist
A Helsinki-based blogger says ad targeting is clumsy despite years of data collection.
The Hacker News debate splits on bad data versus bad incentives.
How it unfolded
- Nov 3, 2026The commentary post "I wish tech companies knew more about me" is published on exotext, arguing that ad targeting and personalization are clumsy and wrong despite fears of surveillance.
- Nov 5, 2026The post is submitted to Hacker News by user freetonik, reaching 146 points and 127 comments.
- Nov 5, 2026daily.dev summarizes the post and reports a community take with 167 comments, rated 10% positive, 35% mixed and 55% skeptical.
Key terms
- Hacker News
- A social news website focused on computer science and entrepreneurship, run by Y Combinator.
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