List: The Algorithmic Age | Curated by Alex Stevens

Nov 21, 2024
22 stories
The Algorithmic AgeThis series explores the psychological and societal impacts of our digital world, where the line between human and machine blurs. Each article unravels how tech shapes our mental health, influences choices, and redefines what it means to be human in the algorithmic age.
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Mass Psychosis in the Age of Virality: How Social Media Is Spreading Collective DelusionsIn the age of social media, ideas, trends, and beliefs spread faster than ever before. With just a few clicks, misinformation, conspiracy…
Nov 21, 2024
Nov 21, 2024
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The End of Privacy: How Big Data Knows Us Better Than Ourselves
Oct 5, 2024
Oct 5, 2024
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Hyperreality: Are We Living in a Simulation of Our Own Making?
Oct 7, 2024
Oct 7, 2024
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The Loneliness Paradox in a Connected WorldIn a world where we’re more connected than ever — where we can message someone halfway around the globe in seconds — it seems…
Oct 27, 2024
Oct 27, 2024
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The Rise of AI Psychotherapists: Will Machines Understand Our Mental Health?
Oct 27, 2024
Oct 27, 2024
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Post-Truth Society: When Facts No Longer MatterIn contemporary society, the lines between fact and fiction are increasingly blurred by the pervasive spread of misinformation, fake news…
Oct 29, 2024
Oct 29, 2024
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Mind Over Machine: Are Humans Being Outpaced by AI Creativity?For centuries, creativity has been viewed as a uniquely human trait. The power to imagine, innovate, and create — whether through art…
Oct 30, 2024
Oct 30, 2024
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The Evolution of Empathy: Are We Losing Our Ability to Connect in the Digital Age?In a world where more of our lives are lived through screens, the way we relate to each other is undergoing a profound transformation. The…
Oct 31, 2024
Oct 31, 2024
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Hacking the Human Brain: The Neuroscience of NeuromarketingIn today’s hypercompetitive marketplace, businesses are not only vying for consumer attention — they’re aiming to influence consumers at a…
Nov 3, 2024
Nov 3, 2024
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Predictive Policing: Can Algorithms Stop Crime, or Are They Reinforcing Bias?In a data-driven world, predictive policing represents a new frontier in law enforcement. By leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and…
Nov 3, 2024
Nov 3, 2024
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The Gamification of Life: When Everything Becomes a Game, Does Anything Matter?From fitness apps that reward us for reaching step goals to productivity platforms that turn our to-do lists into point-based achievements…
Nov 12, 2024
Nov 12, 2024
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Memory Implants: Can Technology Help Us Forget or Re-Write Our Pasts?Imagine being able to erase a painful memory or, even more radically, rewrite an entire chapter of your life. For decades, this concept has…
Nov 15, 2024
Nov 15, 2024
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The Future of Emotion: Can AI Understand or Simulate Human Feelings?Ipopba | istockphoto
Oct 4, 2024
Oct 4, 2024
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Surveillance Capitalism: How We Became ProductsCottonbro Studio | Pexels
Oct 3, 2024
Oct 3, 2024
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Disposable Connections: The Dangers of Fleeting Digital RelationshipsSmart Production | Pexels
Oct 2, 2024
Oct 2, 2024
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Are We Becoming Our Digital Selves? The Shrinking Line Between Human and AvatarCottonbro Studio | Pexels
Sep 30, 2024
Sep 30, 2024
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The Lasting Psychological Impact of ‘Doomscrolling’Ahmed Aqtai | Pexels
Sep 30, 2024
Sep 30, 2024
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Mind Control in the Digital Age: Are We Really Making Choices Anymore?Photo credit: Cottonbro Studio
Sep 29, 2024
Sep 29, 2024
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In the Shadow of Progress: The Emotional Costs of AutomationAs technology continues to evolve, automation and artificial intelligence (AI) are increasingly reshaping the landscape of work. While…
Sep 29, 2024
Sep 29, 2024
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The Algorithmic Echo Chamber: How Social Media is Shaping Our Perception of RealityIn the age of digital communication, social media platforms have become central to how we consume information and engage with the world…
Sep 28, 2024
Sep 28, 2024