Algorithms are a staple of modern life. People rely on algorithmic recommendations to wade through deep catalogs and find the best movies, routes, information, products, people and investments.

Social media algorithms amplify extreme political views. Functional misalignment can also lead to greater spread of misinformation. A recent study suggests that people who are spreading political ...

The first is symbolism, ... Ultimately, this isn't about metrics or algorithms, but it's about core priorities that will shape systems and societies for decades and possibly generations to come.

Public sector bodies must be more open about their use of algorithms in making decisions, ministers have been told. A government advisory body said greater transparency and accountability was ...

The Power Of Machine Learning In Matching People To Companies. Let's delve into machine learning (ML) and how it stands apart from algorithms. Unlike algorithms, which follow predefined rules, ML ...

People’s daily interactions with online algorithms affect how they learn from others, with negative consequences including social misperceptions, conflict and the spread of misinformation, ...