[randomsearch]

I think there's an important distinction between recommendation algorithms, which is how I'd describe what you're referring to, and _algorithms designed to maximise engagement_.

Recommendation algorithms try to provide content that you'll enjoy, like new movies to watch.

Engagement algorithms will try to find content that keeps you engaged, even if that means enraging you. They don't just exploit biases, rather they exploit what triggers you.

[Mahn]

And therein lies the problem, algorithms can't tell if you click and spend time with something because you enjoy it, or because it enraged you.