Who Owns the Truth? #3 (EN): Gatekeepers of Truth

Ars Electronica Festival Podcast

A select few prominent technology corporations hold and exercise control over the vast majority of digital information. Consequently, they possess the authority to dictate who can access information and who cannot. They wield the power to determine which news articles appear on social media platforms and which remain concealed. This influence has the potential to shape perceptions, opinions, and decisions. It extends beyond the promotion of specific information, encompassing the selective filtering of content and the individuals responsible for making such choices. How do these gatekeepers wield their power? Who oversees their actions? Which algorithms dictate the display of content, and how can we ensure that these processes remain impartial and democratic?
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