Israeli historian Yuval Noah Harari explains how social media algorithms manipulate attention using fear, anger, and hate

Social media algorithms exploit fear, anger, and hate to control user attention, according to historian Yuval Noah Harari. These algorithms prioritize engagement over truth, creating a constant state of emotional hyperarousal and eroding trust in traditional institutions. The EU is considering banning social media for minors under 16 due to concerns about concentration, sleep, and emotional balance.