importantSYS.SOURCE: petervijeh.com• 2026-09-28T13:30:54Z
Reddit Astroturfing Analysis: Statistical Evidence of Concentrated Brand Mentions in Knife Subreddits
The article analyzes Reddit's knife subreddits and finds statistically significant evidence of concentrated brand mentions from a small group of accounts, suggesting potential astroturfing. Statistical reassignment tests show these accounts contribute 11.3% of 'what should I buy' recommendations, far exceeding random chance.
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