China cracks down on tech firms' algorithms to curb echo chambers and user addiction.

China's internet regulator has launched a campaign to regulate recommendation algorithms used by tech companies, aiming to prevent the creation of "echo chambers" and reduce user addiction. The campaign, running until February 2025, requires companies to self-inspect and correct their practices, focusing on issues like homogeneous content, unfair pricing, and gig worker rights. The move seeks to promote transparency and protect users while also facing concerns about stifling innovation.

November 24, 2024
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