Netflix tweeted that 53 people had watched its new Christmas film every day for 18 days in a row, highlighting its ability to track the viewing habits of its users:
Netflix has defended a tweet that revealed 53 people had watched its new Christmas film every day for 18 days in a row. "Who hurt you?" read the tweet, addressed to them.
The tweet caused controversy, with some saying it was "creepy" of the platform to keep such close tabs on its audience, and mock their choices. However, others found it entertaining - and unsurprising that Netflix should know what its customers were viewing.
In a statement, Netflix said the privacy of its members was important. "This information represents overall viewing trends, not the personal viewing information of specific, identified individuals," said a representative.
(Score: 2) by tangomargarine on Wednesday December 13 2017, @06:02PM
Oh, the *same* 53 people watched it every day? I was trying to figure out whether they were complaining that 18 days * 53 people a day was too few, or too many, or what.
"Is that really true?" "I just spent the last hour telling you to think for yourself! Didn't you hear anything I said?"