algorithmocracy en · NOUN
Etymology
Blend of algorithm + democracy. Coined by American author, activist, and entrepreneur Eli Pariser.
Meanings
- (uncountable) Rule by algorithms; the making of sociopolitical decisions by algorithms, as opposed to representative democracy.
- (uncountable) The influence of algorithms on the political opinion of the general public, for example by showing different Internet search results and social media content to different people, creating filter bubbles.