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Recommendation Algorithms Strip Media of Human Editorial Purpose
“The TikTok algorithm has no purpose other than that attentional purpose. And this is true even of, like, media companies, even NBC News or ABC News or Hollywood producers and directors. Like, they want big hits, yes, but they're also human beings that have, li…”
Chris Hayes Feb 26, 2025 ▶ 12:14 The Formula for Capturing Your Attention, Price of Fame, & Algorithms as Editors — With Chris Hayes
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NBC Poll: 50% of voters believe AI risks outweigh its benefits
“A new NBC news poll found 50% of voters thinks the, think the risks of AI outweigh the benefits. AI's been used by 74% of white-collar workers and 50% of blue-collar workers, but both had similar reservations.”
Alex Kantrowitz Mar 16, 2026 ▶ 16:10 AI Backlash Intensifies, Nvidia GTC Preview, Meta’s Embarrassing Delay
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