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Is Instagram’s algorithm sexualizing children?

Is Instagram’s algorithm sexualizing children?

Mornings with Simi

December 6, 20239m 17sbonus

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An investigation by The Wall Street Journal, set up test accounts on Instagram focused on young gymnasts, cheerleaders, and other teen influencers. These test accounts, following only young girls, were served explicit and sexualized content by Instagram's Reels algorithm. 

Guest: Jeffrey Horwitz, Technology Reporter for The Wall Street Journal

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