The Technology That Actually Runs Our World — The Atlantic
Since a platform is in control of what content gets served to who and when, there’s no expectation that a creator’s social network is guaranteed to see their content. Therefore, platforms can also choose what not to program, and there’s little creators can do or say to counteract this. Long gone are the days where a creator can complain about being... See more
Michael Mignano • The End of Social Media - Every
Created and controlled by private companies, they determine what content is shown to potentially billions of users, effectively guiding not only their online experiences but reshaping communities and norms in ways that have significant real-world impact. Algorithms shape the flow of information and influence the narratives that users encounter.