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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 frojack on Wednesday December 13 2017, @10:04PM
Well lots of people just turn it on as a backdrop out of nostalgia. Same for the Wizard of OZ, I know a certain grand mother who can recite every line in that film in sequence.
This is too new to be that, but the storyline is bound to be a hook for tweener girls, who will watch over and over to fall asleep at night.
No, you are mistaken. I've always had this sig.