The first person in history to be radicalized by his own algorithm is Elon Musk. In an unexpected turn of events, Elon Musk is himself at the center of a discussion about influence, technology, and the unexpected effects of algorithms.
According to recent allegations, the same algorithms that Musk has promoted in his many firms, most notably Twitter (now X), may have radicalized the well-known inventor and entrepreneur.
The stuff we see online is greatly influenced by algorithms. Based on user involvement, they prioritize certain themes, organize feeds, and suggest items.
Although they are intended to improve user experience, they may also produce echo chambers, in which people are mostly exposed to material that confirms their preexisting opinions.
Concerns over radicalization and polarization across a range of populations have been highlighted by this phenomena.
