Algorithmic Propagation

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Algorithms amplify manipulated content based on engagement metrics rather than credibility, allowing state actors to weaponize coordinated disinformation campaigns that spread as if organic through platforms’ recommendation systems.
Author
Affiliation

E. Rosalie Li

Information Epidemiology Lab

Published

February 17, 2026

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Algorithms amplify manipulated content based on engagement metrics rather than credibility, allowing state actors to weaponize coordinated disinformation campaigns that spread as if organic through platforms’ recommendation systems.

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Citation

BibTeX citation:
@article{li2026,
  author = {Li, E. Rosalie},
  title = {Algorithmic {Propagation}},
  date = {2026-02-17},
  url = {https://fimi.infoepi.org/mechanisms/algorithmic-propagation.html},
  langid = {en}
}
For attribution, please cite this work as:
Li, E. Rosalie. 2026. “Algorithmic Propagation,” February. https://fimi.infoepi.org/mechanisms/algorithmic-propagation.html.