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Who Shapes Young Minds? Algorithms Over Editors
Platforms like TikTok and X now reach more young people than traditional Irish media. But their algorithms reward shock, speed and emotion — not accuracy. A Politico report shows far-right groups in Europe exploiting TikToks format to sway young voters and bypass traditional fact-checked media.
Who Shapes Young Minds? Algorithms Over Editors
Platforms like TikTok and X now reach more young people than traditional Irish media. But their algorithms reward shock, speed and emotion — not accuracy. A Politico report shows far-right groups in Europe exploiting TikToks format to sway young voters and bypass traditional fact-checked media.
Regulating Influence — Can We Trust the Watchdog?
Coimisiún na Meán is designed to protect Ireland from harmful online influence — but regulation only works if people trust the regulator. As Musk’s X amplifies partisan content, democratic oversight becomes essential. Trust in institutions is the backbone of preventing manipulation — online and off.