Lost in the Algorithm: The Hidden Dangers of Information Isolation

Our online experience is intricately shaped by algorithms, tailoring content to our preferences. While this personalization offers convenience, it also traps us in “filter bubbles,” isolating us from diverse perspectives. Our experience on the internet is completely curated to us, that shouldn’t really be a surprise. With algorithms and tracking online, different websites and applications… Continue reading Lost in the Algorithm: The Hidden Dangers of Information Isolation

From Playlists to Profit: Spotify’s new ‘daylist’ feature encourages conversation 

Released at the start of September, Spotify’s newest feature leverages personalization technology to curate shareable playlists based on users’ listening habits. In the digital age, we have so many listening platforms from Apple Music to SoundCloud. What is particularly interesting is how the patrons of those platforms stick to and defend them; it feels like… Continue reading From Playlists to Profit: Spotify’s new ‘daylist’ feature encourages conversation