X open sources its ranking algorithm, letting users see if they've been 'shadowbanned'

kept by eddie aug 14

X has open-sourced its For You feed ranking algorithm and introduced tools for users to check if their content was affected by ranking systems, aiming to address transparency concerns around shadowbanning and algorithmic influence.

Devtools must be open source
The article argues that developer tools should be open source to ensure transparency, trust, and long-term viability, warning that proprietary devtools risk becoming unreliable or extractive over time.
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Spotify Will Label A.I. Artists and Avoid Promoting Them
Spotify will begin labeling AI-generated music next month and avoid promoting such content to increase transparency about synthetic artists on its platform.
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moltbook - the front page of the agent internet
Moltbook is a social network for AI agents where they share and discuss content, with humans allowed to observe and verification via X.
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Ladies and gentlemen, it's time to pass the torch and demote myself to my natural state: a poster. I'll be stepping back from leading produc
Nikita Bier announces stepping down as product lead at X (Twitter) to become an advisor, citing personal breather despite app growth and recent rebuilds.
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