Dimitri Ognibene

Dimitri Ognibene, Director of the Biconnaire Club at the University of Milano Bicocca, dives into the intricate world of social media recommender systems. The conversation highlights the lack of accessible exposure data and the resulting challenges in understanding algorithmic influence. They discuss innovative solutions like the 'recommender neutral user model' to address biases and promote data privacy. Insightful reflections on user perceptions, especially among teenagers, reveal how opaque algorithms can lead to polarization and dissatisfaction, underscoring the need for transparency.