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Algorithms of Resistance

The Everyday Fight Against Platform Power

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Created by MIT Press, Tiziano Bonini, Emiliano Treré

Explore how algorithms shape power in our society and discover the creative ways people push back. You'll dive into real-world examples from gaming culture, politics, and the workplace to see how resistance takes shape against automated systems.

MIT Press | May 2026 | 256 min

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LevelIntermediate
CategoriesTech Powered Professional, Ethical Considerations and Practices for Technology Professionals

What You Will Learn

You'll build a solid understanding of how algorithms influence society by examining real scenarios where people resist or adapt to automated systems. Through discussion of gaming culture, workplace dynamics, and political movements, you'll see both the challenges and possibilities for agency in an algorithmic world.

Key Features

  • Unpack the influence of algorithms on power and everyday decision-making
  • Examine creative strategies people use to challenge automated systems
  • Gain insight into the ethical and social impacts of algorithm-driven control

Target Audience

Perfect for those with some background in technology, ethics, or social sciences who want to dig deeper into how algorithms affect power and resistance. If you're curious about the social and ethical implications of automation and want to understand how individuals and groups challenge these systems, you'll find practical insights here.

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