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Based on retweets? Why do I need to login to see it though ...

It works by finding commonly shared article links, which can be tweets or retweets.

We're working on adding email registration as well as making our topics available to users who don't want to register. Right now, we're using twitter login because it's an easy way to facilitate account creation.

Re: Show HN: Filter – News from Twitter Communities

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post #3

Based on retweets? Why do I need to login to see it though ...

It works by finding commonly shared article links, which can be tweets or retweets. We're working on adding email registration as well as making our topics available to users who don't want to register. Right now, we're using twitter login because it's an easy way to facilitate account creation.

I am questioning the need for an account.