The Dignity in Trying to Go Viral
The article discusses the challenges Swedish politicians face in achieving viral status on social media compared to international counterparts like France's Prime Minister, while providing insights into the strategies being employed.
Social Networks Bombard Children with Toxic Content. Regulation is Increasing, but the Algorithms Keep Running
The article discusses the alarming rise in children reaching out to a crisis hotline due to mental health issues linked to toxic content on social media platforms, primarily TikTok and Instagram.
The Dead-End Street of Deliverers: 'The Algorithm Watches Everything and If You Stop, You Are Punished'
The article discusses the challenges faced by gig workers like Zulqarnain Haider in Italy, emphasizing the punitive nature of delivery algorithms.
Molly Russell's dad says schoolgirl daughter was 'led towards her death' by social media
Ian Russell highlights how his daughter Molly was negatively influenced by social media algorithms, leading to her tragic death.
Influencers from Mirage: How Algorithms Have Stealed the Spotlight from Humans?
The rise of virtual influencers, driven by advanced AI algorithms, has overshadowed real human influencers, impacting social media dynamics.
Evaluation and Support of Startups: A Case for Specialists or Algorithms?
The article discusses the evolution of generative AI as a critical tool for startups, moving from mere information provision to strategic decision-making.
Players, strategy, performance in the hands of algorithms
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence is transforming sports through improved performance analysis, injury prevention, and enhanced viewer experiences.
The Legitimate Question About the 'Death of the Internet'
The article discusses the shift in the internet's nature from a human-centric space to one dominated by algorithms and automated systems.
French President Macron says free speech defense is โpure bulls---โ without algorithm transparency
French President Emmanuel Macron criticizes social media companies for lacking transparency in their algorithms, asserting that true free speech can't exist without such transparency.
Euractiv: Visa-free travel at the cost of personal data โ The EU grants access to American algorithms to assess European travelers
A draft agreement suggests that U.S. authorities may use automated processing of personal data to make significant decisions affecting European travelers, potentially compromising their privacy.
Lawyer - about the message sent by the Shein investigation
A lawyer discusses the implications of the Shein investigation for the e-commerce sector, highlighting regulatory scrutiny on business practices beyond just product compliance.
AADE: Checks for tax evasion, black money - Who is being investigated
The AADE has targeted significant tax evasion cases and black money for audits in 2026, employing advanced algorithms and digital tools.
โFree speech is pure bulls**tโ โ Macron
French President Emmanuel Macron criticized social media's claims of supporting free speech, calling for transparency in algorithms that influence online content.
French President's Stern Message to Tech Companies: Free Speech is Nonsense
French President Emmanuel Macron criticized social media companies at the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, claiming they falsely promote themselves as champions of free speech while operating biased algorithms.
Macron strikes back at tech giants: 'Pure horse shit'
French President Emmanuel Macron criticized major technology companies during his visit to India, arguing that their claims of supporting free speech are misleading due to the lack of transparency in algorithms.
"No one knows how we're guided": Macron calls the argument of absolute 'free speech' on social media "bullshit"
Macron criticized the argument for absolute free speech on social media, highlighting the harmful impact of algorithms.
Trial against social media, Mark Zuckerberg of Facebook in court: how a twenty-year-old challenges Big Tech
A twenty-year-old is challenging Big Tech in court, accusing social media algorithms of creating dependency among minors, with Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, set to testify.
Childhoods and Algorithms: Who Defines the Rules of the Digital World
The article discusses the influence of social media algorithms on youth behavior and societal issues, emphasizing a need to consider how technology is designed rather than just how it is used.
Breakthrough in laboratory diagnostics. Polish algorithm goes abroad
Labplus is revolutionizing laboratory diagnostics with AI algorithms aimed at improving the interpretation of medical test results, addressing a common challenge for patients and doctors alike.
Jillian Michaels: Big Tech built a digital drug โ and our kids are hooked
Jillian Michaels argues that social media companies are creating addictive algorithms that target children, akin to the tobacco industry's past practices.
How to Celebrate a Holiday with Zero Political Fighting: Focus on Facts Instead of Ideologies and Policies Instead of Individuals
Young people in Korea are initiating a movement to clean their parents' YouTube algorithms to avoid politically charged content during holiday family gatherings.
Clean up your social media feed and cut the noise
The article discusses how social media algorithms curate users' feeds based on engagement patterns and suggests ways to retrain these algorithms for a better experience.
The Lord of Algorithms: Peter Thiel and the Birth of the New Silicon Valley
The article explores Peter Thiel's background and his impact on the tech industry, particularly in relation to the emergence of a new innovation center akin to Silicon Valley.
Tony Blamey (Fotocasa): "Algorithms do not influence housing prices. Spain has a serious supply problem"
Tony Blamey, the new head of Fotocasa, emphasizes that algorithms do not affect housing prices in Spain, which faces a serious supply issue.
Watch.. China launches the first professional league for humanoid robot combat
China has launched the world's first professional league dedicated to humanoid robot combat, showcasing advanced AI technologies and martial arts algorithms.
The trial of big techs and the responsibility of the algorithm - The Subject #1659
Two major technology companies were taken to court in California for allegedly programming their algorithms to keep users, especially children and teenagers, addicted to their platforms.
Writing Between Algorithms and Ghosts
This article discusses the controversy surrounding the use of artificial intelligence in writing and the historical double standards regarding authorship.
After denouncing the abuses of the X network, Deputy รric Bothorel persona non grata in the United States
French deputy รric Bothorel is potentially banned from the United States due to his criticisms of American tech giants, particularly regarding biased algorithms.
Participants at Al Jazeera Forum: Algorithms are Essential in Shaping the Narrative About Palestine
Participants at the 17th Al Jazeera Forum emphasized the crucial role of digital spaces and algorithms in shaping narratives regarding Palestine.
Lithuanian technology can see more than humans in the city: dangerous buildings and illegal kiosks
Lithuanian researchers developed a hybrid technology combining deep learning and geometric algorithms to identify urban challenges including dangerous buildings and illegal kiosks more effectively than traditional methods.
How do algorithms reengineer the human brain? And what are the strategies to liberate from them?
The article discusses how social media algorithms manipulate human behavior, significantly impacting brain chemistry, particularly dopamine levels, and proposes strategies for overcoming these influences.
Stock Markets: The Rally Did Not Convince Goldman โ The Algorithms and the 3 Trillion That Scare
Goldman Sachs is cautious about the recent rally in stock markets, pointing out underlying vulnerabilities due to algorithmic trading and liquidity issues.
Laila Lalami, Pulitzer finalist, creates a dystopia about algorithmic surveillance
Laila Lalami, a Moroccan-American author and Pulitzer finalist, draws inspiration from her discomfort with smartphone notifications to craft a novel set in a society monitored and punished by algorithms, which took her a decade to develop.
The new totalitarianism does not need secret police or bans. It suffices with algorithms
A new book by French political scientist Asma Mhalla discusses the emergence of a new form of totalitarianism that combines political and technological power, suggesting that modern control mechanisms operate subtly through digital means rather than through overt bans or secret police.
Brussels demands changes to TikTok for being too addictive for minors
The European Commission has concluded that TikTok promotes compulsive and limitless use, particularly affecting minors and vulnerable adults, and has called for changes to its design and algorithms.
Our children, our rules, our safety. Unprecedented rupture between the French and American governments over social media regulation
An investigation initiated by French prosecutors focused on the algorithms of the social network X, extending to Elon Musk's AI, Grok, amid accusations involving child pornography and misinformation.
"Contract" translates throat vibrations into words.. artificial intelligence changes the rules of the game
A smart device developed by Cambridge University offers new hope to stroke patients who have lost their ability to speak by converting throat muscle vibrations into clear, audible speech using AI algorithms.
Amid Controversy.. France Sounds the Drums of Confrontation with Digital Giants
France is confronting digital giants in an effort to curb criminal content, algorithm manipulation, and the pervasive violence on social media platforms.
Arne Maus had well-founded opinions and engaging stories
Arne Maus, a skilled colleague and friend, unexpectedly passed away at the age of 78, leaving behind a legacy of well-reasoned opinions and engaging storytelling.
Musk questioned for promoting far-right and pedophilia on X
French police, in collaboration with Europol, conducted a raid on X's Paris offices and summoned owner Elon Musk amid an ongoing investigation into allegations of biased algorithms and fraudulent data extraction.
Macron's War on US Algorithms. 'X' Searched, Investigation into Musk
The French authorities are investigating Elon Musk and the platform 'X' regarding algorithm-related issues, with Musk and former CEO Linda Yaccarino summoned for testimony.
Musk calls Spanish PM a โtyrantโ after Spain announces sweeping social media crackdown
Elon Musk has criticized Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sรกnchez as a 'tyrant' following his announcement of measures to hold social media executives accountable and regulate platform algorithms at the World Government Summit in Dubai.
From Algorithms to Identity Validation: The 5 Keys of the Spanish Project to Prohibit Networks for Minors Under 16
Spain is launching a strong offensive against the 'impunity on social media' by prohibiting minors under 16 from using these networks and criminalizing algorithm manipulation, as part of a five-measure package announced by President Pedro Sรกnchez at the World Government Summit in Dubai.
Holograms, artificial organs, personal robots, and digital twins await us in the near future
The World Economic Forum's 2020 predictions highlight how technology will transform the world in the next five years, focusing on intelligent algorithms that optimize production lines for higher quality and efficiency while reducing waste.
How to save money while traveling? These popular tips may actually make your holiday more expensive
The article discusses how travel planning has evolved over the last decade with the use of algorithms and data, and the risks of certain popular money-saving tips that could ironically increase costs.
Raid in Paris - Offices of Online Platform 'X' Searched
French police and Europol have searched the offices of platform 'X' in Paris over suspicions of promoting child pornography and Holocaust denial, with claims that algorithms were manipulated in favor of far-right content.
Pornography, Hatred, and Algorithms: France Against X. Headquarters Searched, Prosecutor Summons Musk
French authorities conducted a search at the Paris headquarters of X (formerly Twitter) as part of an investigation into the platform's algorithms and their impact on online hate and pornography.
Raids against X offices in France
French authorities are conducting a search of X's offices as part of an investigation that started in January 2025, linked to reports of biased algorithms and the chatbot Grok.
Authorities raid 'X' locations in France and summon Elon Musk for questioning in relation to an investigation into social network algorithms
French authorities raided the U.S. social media platform X's offices and summoned its owner Elon Musk for questioning as part of a criminal investigation into algorithms.
Police raid on X's office in Paris
French police conducted a search of X's offices in Paris as part of an investigation into the platform's algorithms and content promotion.