Exactly this is just a demo how it can be abused and it will be abused.
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I don't think this as big a deal as you are making it out to be. Reports are public, so if an influencer tried to weaponize them it will be obvious and they will be called out on it. As long as there are different clients with different policies they will never be able to fully censor anyone anyway. If what they are doing is egregious enough then word will get around. I think attempts to abuse the system will be social suicide.
Show me some real examples of the abuse working and then I'll start to worry about it. Until then I'm fine with it filtering out the bots and scammers to improve my UX.
Did you realise that any five people from this comment can report your reply, which could result in you being shadowbanned permanently for the majority of Amethyst users?
However, I suppose you're okay with it. Many people surrender their control and freedoms for temporary convenience and security. Here's a fun fact: I use Onyx, and there is no difference in the user experience (UX). So you are literally giving it away for free. You can check.
By the way, Damus users also report post of 'bad content,' (they don't like) leading to a shadow ban on Amethyst.
However, I suppose those unintentionally shadow banned users are merely collateral damage for you, so that you can enjoy a better user experience (UX). Priorities, my friend.
Are there five "anti censorship" people here willing to censor me to prove a point? That would be a bit hypocritical don't you think?
Look, I think there is potential for the report system to be leveraged in a way that improves UX without risk of abuse. Amethyst policy is not set in stone, and more data is needed to find the right balance if it exists. As of now I don't think anyone that doesn't deserve it is being censored. That may change in the future, and if it does I will adjust accordingly. Until then I wish to continue to experiment with it and see how it develops. I like Vitor's work and want to continue to support him.