Algorithms and Virality
From Digital Culture & Society
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We will discuss the effects of virality versus value in journalism and news, by evaluating the use of artificial intelligence, platform algorithms, clickbait, and the potential profit motive considerations in news organizations and their effects on news quality.
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Algorithms play a fundamental role in shaping the digital landscape, serving as the intricate, step-by-step procedures that power computer systems and applications. In the context of technology, algorithms are sets of rules and instructions designed to perform specific tasks, ranging from sorting data to making complex decisions.
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Virality, Algorithms, and Illiberal Attacks on the Press: Legitimation Strategies for a New World