Comment by [deleted] on 19/01/2021 at 22:28 UTC*

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Comment by Olster21 at 19/01/2021 at 22:30 UTC

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I think they’re tryna turn Reddit from a discussion platform into other social media websites where it’s all gamified and users self esteem is based on their karma, keeping them hooked.

Comment by Muthafluffer at 19/01/2021 at 23:24 UTC

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As soon as Reddit received foreign investment, I saw changes that reminds me of Chinas Social Credit System...new awards to buy, free karma for giving awards, the more you interact the more you are rewarded. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Social_Credit_System

Comment by CrayfishYAY2 at 20/01/2021 at 01:54 UTC

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If only we could use our karma as currency. Or, redeem karma points for money.