The CEO of Netflix has offered insight into how the online streaming service arrives at the suggestions it makes to users about what shows and movies to watch. Sitting onstage with lead TED curator Chris Anderson, Hastings provided this description of Netflix's programming strategy:"We have some candy," Hastings said. A few years ago, the company changed the algorithm that recommends shows and movies for its users. Previously, the algorithm relied more on what users disclosed about their programming preferences of Netflix selections. But Hastings said watching habits for most users enjoy a range of different kinds of programming.

Source: CBC News April 15, 2018 15:00 UTC