Internet Culture and Algorithms

The articles linked in this section focus on:

• Defining an algorithm (Deny)

• Defining problems with social media influencer culture (Ekinci)

• Discussion of Artificial Intelligence's impact on human thought and ability (Abrams)

• Defining parasocial relationships and understanding if and when they are a problem (Ma)

• Discussion of the ways social media algorithms influence relationships (Bishop)

• Study results highlighting the problems with overreliance on Artificial Intelligence (Conner-Simons)

Sources:

1. Abrams, Zara, "How AI is Reshaping Human Skills and Thinking" 1 July 2026

2. Bishop, Marc, "How Social Media Algorithms Shape Our Relationships" 18 Feb 2025

3. Conner-Simons, Adam, "The Consequences of Relying on AI for Accurate News" 9 June 2026

4. Deny, Jory, " What is an Algorithm? How Computers Know What to Do With Data" 16 Oct. 2020

5. Ekinci, Yuksel et al, "The Dark Side of Social Media Influencers: A Research Agenda for Analysing Deceptive Practices and Regulatory Challenges" 17 Jan 2025

6. Ma, Lybi, "Parasocial Relationships" 1 July 2026