7 points by mgh2 9 hours ago | 0 comments on HN
| STRUCTURAL_PLATFORM_MIXED_SIGNAL Mixed
· vv3.4 · 2026-02-24
Article Heatmap
Negative Neutral Positive ND
Aggregates
Weighted Mean
+0.04
Unweighted Mean
+0.05
Max
+0.45 Article 13
Min
-0.45 Article 12
Signal
31
ND
0
Negative
7
Volatility
0.18 (Medium)
Channels
E:0.5S:0.5
Evidence: H:4 M:16 L:11 ND:0
Theme Radar
Domain Context Profile
Element
Modifier
Affects
Note
Privacy
-0.15
Article 12
Evidence of extensive tracking infrastructure (gtag, analytics, data collection signals) observable in page source; privacy controls present but tracking is default-enabled
Terms of Service
—
Standard platform ToS present but not accessible from page content provided; deferred to default structural assessment
Accessibility
+0.10
Article 2 Article 19
HTML semantic structure present (lang attribute, semantic tags); captions and accessibility features likely available on video player but not directly observable in provided HTML
Mission
—
Platform mission statements not observable in video watch page content
Editorial Code
—
Editorial policies not directly observable in this context
Ownership
-0.10
Article 8 Article 19
YouTube (Google/Alphabet) ownership; corporate structure does not directly contradict UDHR but commercial dominance of content distribution noted
Access Model
+0.15
Article 19 Article 27
Free public access model to watch and discover content; no paywall observed for baseline viewing; facilitates broad information access
Ad/Tracking
-0.20
Article 12
Multiple ad/tracking signals embedded (PrivacySandboxAdsAPIs, att_web_record_metrics, gel logging); targets user behavioral profiling; potential privacy intrusion
Score Breakdown
+0.05
PreamblePreamble
L P
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.05
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
Page structure enables global information sharing; no observable contradiction to universal human dignity principles in page architecture
0.00
Article 1Freedom, Equality, Brotherhood
L
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
Platform does not directly address or contradict right to freedom and equality in dignity; neutral structural positioning
+0.15
Article 2Non-Discrimination
M P
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.05
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
Content accessible regardless of stated personal characteristics; HTML accessibility attributes present; open platform structure does not discriminate at architectural level
+0.05
Article 3Life, Liberty, Security
L P
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.05
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
Platform provides security infrastructure; user authentication available; structural protection present
-0.05
Article 4No Slavery
L P
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.05
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
No observable feature preventing servitude; structural elements do not directly protect against forced labor mechanisms; neutral with slight negative due to terms of service framework which can bind creators
-0.10
Article 5No Torture
M P
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.10
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
Platform policy framework allows content moderation; structural capacity exists to remove torture/inhuman content; however, moderation enforcement signals suggest content moderation can be inconsistent
0.00
Article 6Legal Personhood
L
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
No observable structural commitment or contradiction regarding personhood recognition; neutral
+0.05
Article 7Equality Before Law
L P
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.05
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
Platform enforces equal protection of terms of service without stated discrimination; structural safeguards against arbitrary treatment visible in account protection systems
-0.05
Article 8Right to Remedy
M P
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.05
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
Platform provides account protection and legal recourse infrastructure; however, corporate ownership and data collection practices present structural impediment to full protective rights
-0.10
Article 9No Arbitrary Detention
M P
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.10
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
Moderation and content removal systems observable in architecture; capacity exists for arbitrary removal; no transparent due process visible in page structure
0.00
Article 10Fair Hearing
L
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
No observable structural advantage or disadvantage; fair hearing mechanisms not visible but not contradicted
-0.05
Article 11Presumption of Innocence
L P
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.05
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
Platform policy framework allows retroactive content removal; historical content not protected by visible structural guarantees
-0.45
Article 12Privacy
H P
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.25
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
Extensive tracking infrastructure embedded (gtag, analytics, att_web_record_metrics, gel logging, PrivacySandboxAdsAPIs); behavioral data collection without explicit granular consent; privacy interference clearly observable in code
+0.45
Article 13Freedom of Movement
H P
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.30
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
Platform structure explicitly enables free movement of information globally; no geolocation restrictions enforced at architectural level; open access model facilitates information circulation
+0.20
Article 14Asylum
M P
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.20
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
Platform accessible across borders; multilingual support observable; asylum/refuge content can be hosted and distributed
+0.15
Article 15Nationality
M P
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.15
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
Platform enables nationality formation and expression; open to users of all nations; structural neutrality on nationality rights
0.00
Article 16Marriage & Family
L
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
No observable structural feature addressing family formation; neutral positioning
-0.20
Article 17Property
M P
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.20
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
Extensive data collection and behavioral profiling observable in tracking systems; property rights over personal data not protected; surveillance infrastructure present
+0.25
Article 18Freedom of Thought
H P
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.25
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
Platform structure enables free expression of conscience, thought, and belief; no censorship of thought observable; open architecture supports diverse ideological content
+0.45
Article 19Freedom of Expression
H P
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.35
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
Core platform function: receive, impart, and seek information; global distribution network; multimedia support; minimal structural restrictions on information flow observable
+0.15
Article 20Assembly & Association
M P
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.15
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
Community features and comment systems enable peaceful assembly and association; collective action observable in community infrastructure
+0.10
Article 21Political Participation
M P
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.10
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
Platform enables democratic participation through information access; polling/engagement features present; no structural barrier to political expression
+0.05
Article 22Social Security
L P
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.05
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
Social safety net content can be published; platform does not obstruct social/cultural rights realization
-0.15
Article 23Work & Equal Pay
M P
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.15
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
Creator monetization available but terms unequal; content creator labor not guaranteed fair conditions; platform retains significant control over work conditions
+0.05
Article 24Rest & Leisure
L P
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.05
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
Platform does not prevent rest/leisure; no structural impediment; neutral
+0.10
Article 25Standard of Living
M P
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.10
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
Health/education content dissemination enabled; platform facilitates access to information supporting adequate standard of living
+0.30
Article 26Education
H P
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.20
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
Educational content platform; free access model enables education for all; accessible learning resources; structural support for educational rights
+0.20
Article 27Cultural Participation
M P
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.20
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
Cultural/artistic content distribution enabled; platform protects intellectual property through copyright systems; creator economic participation available
0.00
Article 28Social & International Order
L
Editorial
ND
Structural
0.00
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
No observable structural commitment to social/international order supporting UDHR; neutral positioning
-0.10
Article 29Duties to Community
M P
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.10
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
Terms of service restrict some freedoms; community guidelines impose behavioral restrictions; limited space for unrestricted expression
+0.05
Article 30No Destruction of Rights
L P
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.05
Combined
ND
Context Mod.
ND
No structural element undermines UDHR rights; platform does not actively prevent full enjoyment of rights