The rise and rise of national populism (Part 2 – “Musk’s case of self-radicalisation”)
Elon Musk’s self-radicalisation stems from his reliance on X’s algorithm-curated feed, which amplified far-right narratives, creating a feedback loop that entrenched his beliefs and shaped his radical political discourse.
Highlights from this story
● Elon Musk’s exposure to far-right accounts on X has shaped his radical views, fostering misinformation.
● Musk’s engagement with extremist content on X perpetuates algorithmic reinforcement, narrowing his perspective.
● His attacks on UK politics and support for far-right figures exacerbate societal divisions and tensions.
● Through X, Musk amplifies misleading narratives, undermining democratic institutions and public trust globally.
E lon Musk’s algorithm-driven engagement with far-right narratives on X has shaped his radicalised stance on UK politics. Amplifying disinformation to millions of followers, he risks deepening societal divisions and undermining democracy in Britain and around the globe.
Musk’s Case of Self-Radicalisation
Ironically, Elon Musk appears to have been heavily influenced by the algorithm of his own social media platform, X. An analysis of the entrepreneur’s X feed by the Financial Times revealed that his sudden fixation on UK politics has been shaped by a series of prominent far-right, ultra-right, and libertarian accounts on X, which the billionaire appears to rely on for information.
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