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With massive layoffs in tech, there are possibilities that disgruntled workers may come forward to share insights on how decisions were made to eliminate certain voices from platforms. The context surrounding these bans often revolves around competition and audience retention, as many independent content creators drew substantial audiences, challenging traditional media giants.
The rise of AI-powered tools within Google, particularly AI snippets, raises additional concerns about content visibility and the sense of censorship. These AI algorithms, trained on various platforms, are now driving content prioritization in a way that some speculate is built to marginalize less mainstream voices—especially those outside of established partnerships.