YouTube modifies recommendation algorithms to reduce promotion of conspiracy theories and borderline harmful content. Changes represent first major platform response to algorithmic radicalization research, though effectiveness remains debated by researchers and creators.
YouTube implements recommendation changes
EventYouTube announces algorithm modifications to reduce recommendations of conspiracy theories and borderline content following radicalization research concerns.
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2019
YouTube implements recommendation changes
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