In the digital landscape, the decline of RSS buttons on browsers and blogs can be seen as a deliberate tactic to manipulate readers' access to information. The loss of these tools makes it simpler for traditional media outlets and online platforms to shape narratives, controlling what information is presented to audiences and how it is consumed.

Ryan Holiday, in his book "Trust Me, I'm Lying: Confessions of a Media Manipulator," highlights the strategic nature of this shift. By diminishing the prominence of RSS feeds, the media can create an environment where consumers are more susceptible to misleading information, ultimately complicating their ability to navigate diverse perspectives and independent content.