Topic: reddit culture

  • Reddit CEO Admits r/Popular 'Sucks,' Announces Its Removal

    Reddit CEO Admits r/Popular 'Sucks,' Announces Its Removal

    Reddit is phasing out its default r/popular feed for new users, deeming it unrepresentative and unappealing, and will replace it with personalized feeds to better reflect individual interests. The platform is implementing a new policy, effective March 2026, to limit "powermods" by restricting use...

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  • Reddit Tests Verification Badges for User Accounts

    Reddit Tests Verification Badges for User Accounts

    Reddit is piloting a voluntary verification system, using a grey checkmark to confirm the authenticity of notable individuals and official brands, aiming to build trust and reduce misinformation without creating a user hierarchy. The platform emphasizes that verification is optional, grants no sp...

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