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Australians could get the power to switch off social media algorithms
The federal government's proposed digital duty of care could let Australians opt in or out of algorithmically recommended social media content.
Uncanny and unappetizing: appetites spoil as AI images take over food menus
Consumers are increasingly encountering AI-generated images on food menus such as leathery meat and bread resembling reptile skin.
I turned off my algorithm for 24 hours. Is this how social media used to be?
Thanks to a little-known feature in Instagram, I try to travel back to 2012 – before everything on the internet was an ad. I have a confession. I love my social media algorithm. It is a perfectly curated window into my insane and inquiring mind. It knows precisely which videos will tickle me and which memes will gently distract me from the slow collapse of humankind.
BookTok influences what you read, even if you aren't on social media
BookTok influences book recommendations and shapes the perception of book popularity. It highlights the role of algorithms in promoting similar books and the impact of social media on the publishing industry
Deepfakes are wrecking influencers’ credibility, one fake ad at a time
Influencers aren’t just battling competitors for brand deals. They’re now battling AI versions of themselves.
How much control should we have over the algorithm? - podcast
As the federal government prepares to introduce digital duty of care laws, social media users could soon be given the option to turn off their recommendation algorithms entirely. But with the Coalition warning of internet censorship and big tech relying on these feeds for revenue, would an opt-out switch actually make platforms safer?
Social media users could opt out of the algorithm if Australian government has its way – but that’s a big if
Even if the legislation passes, tech companies may still find ways to frustrate its intent and keep Australians hooked on their feed Social media could become a “choose your own adventure” between the doom-scrolling status quo, or just the feed of the friends you want to see, if the government’s planned digital duty of care legislation passes, and the tech companies don’t muck around on compliance.
Social media users could opt out of the algorithm if Australian government has its way – but that’s a big if
Even if the legislation passes, tech companies may still find ways to frustrate its intent and keep Australians hooked on their feed Social media could become a “choose your own adventure” between the doom-scrolling status quo, or just the feed of the friends you want to see, if the government’s planned digital duty of care legislation passes, and the tech companies don’t muck around on compliance.
Australia to force social media platforms to allow users to opt out of algorithms
Draft legislation enforces digital duty of care including limiting children’s exposure to misogynistic and eating disorder content Australia will allow social media account holders to opt out of the powerful algorithms pushing dangerous and divisive content into users’ feeds, part of new laws designed to boost online safety.
Will your feed be boring without the algorithm? Instagram gives us a hint
The article describes the potential impact of the Australian government's proposed laws that would require social media companies to offer users the option of opting out of the algorithm. The article also discusses the potential benefits and drawbacks of a world without algorithms, including the possibility of a more personalized and less addictive experience.
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