The articles present an opinion that debates about social media should not be limited to questions of consent, privacy, personal data, or opt-in algorithm design. Instead, they argue that concentrating on those specific technical and regulatory aspects overlooks broader concerns about how social media functions and affects users.
Both sources frame the discussion as a matter of priorities in public debate. They contend that while consent and privacy remain important considerations, an exclusive focus on data handling and algorithmic controls risks crowding out wider questions that they consider more fundamental to understanding social media’s impact.
The two outlets do not report new events or present separate investigative findings. Rather, they share the same viewpoint and wording, using the same core argument: discussions should be broadened beyond privacy and consent mechanisms to address the wider implications of social platforms.
