Modern society is facing challenges brought on by the rapid development of digital technologies. Digital technology has become an inseparable part of social interaction, a key component of social inclusion, and, it seems, a decisive factor in shaping the perception of objectivity.
People now understand reality through the lens of digital media. However, such understanding does not necessarily imply a broader cognitive framework, nor a more informed approach to evaluating and comprehending social phenomena and processes. Algorithms select, shape, and deliver information based on our previous interactions and preferences, rendering the contemporary individual a subject of an information vacuum. Algorithmic determination of what is relevant to an individual leads to a narrowing of one’s worldview and ultimately undermines a fuller understanding of reality. The very question of objectivity in the digital era is not merely technical—it is deeply philosophical.
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