The Times: “Ofcom bans social media giants from using ‘toxic’ algorithms”
It is being reported today that “Ofcom has ordered social media companies to combat online misogyny by changing the algorithms that push hateful content to users.” which is welcomed, however it doesn’t go far enough.
Algorithms are not neutral.
They are designed, trained, and programmed, often to maximise engagement at any cost. And when engagement becomes the priority, “likes”, “shares” and “fame” can become a breeding ground for toxic behaviour, driving division, amplifying hostility and normalising online harm.
This is not about limiting freedom of speech. It is about decency, safety, and fairness in our digital society. It is about protecting children and young people from harmful content. It is about addressing misogynistic, racist, discriminatory and hateful algorithmic behaviours that put lives at risk. It is about challenging the replication and reinforcement of toxic narratives targeted at specific groups.
As someone whose work is grounded in Law, Leadership and Legacy, I believe we must go further.
Law must provide clear, transparent and enforceable regulation of algorithmic systems.
Leadership must hold platforms accountable for the digital environments they create.
Legacy demands that we build an online world that is safer, fairer and more humane for the generations that follow.
We need transparent, accountable, independently enforced regulation, designed not for the interests of platforms, but for the protection and dignity of people and the betterment of our planet.
The digital world shapes our society. It is time it did so responsibly.
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email: stephanie@istephanieboyce.com. Thank you.
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