Category: Social Media & Digital Ethics
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Social Media Alters Lives
6–8 minutes·
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Social media profoundly impacts relationships, altering communication, romantic relationships, and mental health, with both positive and negative effects, necessitating a balance between online and offline interactions.
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Fast Radio Bursts are brief, intense pulses of radio energy from distant galaxies, with unknown origins, sparking scientific fascination and ongoing research to uncover their significance and cause.
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The Internet has transformed global communication and innovation over the past 50 years, originating from military research in the 1960s. Key developments, like ARPANET and the World Wide Web, spurred widespread networking and knowledge sharing. Future challenges include privacy concerns and adapting to decentralized models, raising questions about its ultimate trajectory.
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The Double-Edged Sword of Social Media Algorithms
4–6 minutes·
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The conversation explores the societal impact of social media algorithms, detailing their development, personalisation of content, and effects on user engagement and privacy. It highlights the transformative power of these algorithms, which create ‘filter bubbles’ and can lead to societal polarisation, while also recognizing their potential for targeted marketing and connectivity.
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The role of social media as a force for good is multifaceted and can be seen from different perspectives. Here’s a breakdown of how it can be considered a power for good: 1. Connection and Communication 2. Amplifying Social Causes 3. Access to Information and Education 4. Empowerment of Individuals 5. Civic Engagement and Political Mobilization Challenges and Drawbacks However,…
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