According to Grok – X (Twitter)’s algorithm ranks posts by predicted engagement (likes, replies, retweets) using machine learning models. Controversial content often sparks debates, yielding high interaction scores, so it’s amplified in feeds via “For You” recommendations. Post-2022 changes reduced moderation, allowing more such content to thrive, per Berkeley’s 2025 PLOS One study, correlating with a 50%+ hate speech rise. This creates a feedback loop prioritizing outrage over nuance. #AI

First dropped: October 15, 2025 | Last modified: October 16, 2025