Facebook and any ranking problem is often modeled as a 'multi armed bandit' optimization.

· Bits and Bobs 8/18/25
  • Facebook and any ranking problem is often modeled as a 'multi armed bandit' optimization.
    • 'Bandit' here is based on 'one-armed bandit' referring to a slot machine.
    • The slot machine is called a 'bandit' because it steals your money!
    • Maybe it shouldn't be a thing we optimize for and feel good about!.

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