The Algorithmic News Feed: A Double Edged Sword for Journalism The recent launch of ABC's Searched, a livestreamed news show that aggregates trending topics from social media and search engines, has sparked debate within the journalism community.
On one hand, this approach can provide viewers with real time access to relevant stories. However, it also raises questions about the role of algorithms in shaping our understanding of current events.
The rise of Searched is part of a broader trend where media outlets are increasingly relying on data driven approaches to inform their content strategies.