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Why social media algorithms send you posts you don't like
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Ziv Epstein Postdoctoral Associate in Social and Ethical Responsibilities of Com , as published by KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· August 23, 2026
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Key points The question arises as to whether the posts reflect what users actually value. Social media algorithms determine the posts users receive, but sometimes these posts do not align with the user's values.
Social media algorithms determine the posts users receive, but sometimes these posts do not align with the user's values. The question arises as to whether the posts reflect what users actually value.
Further information is available on how social media algorithms work and their impact on the posts users see.
Details on this topic can be found through additional reporting, which explores the relationship between social media algorithms and user preferences.
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Published: August 23, 2026 ·
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What is this story about? Social media algorithms determine the posts users receive, but sometimes these posts do not align with the user's values. The question arises as to whether the posts reflect what users actually…
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