To clear things up, I drew you this flowchart on the back of an envelope so you can work out whether something is using AI or not. This originally appeared in our AI newsletter The Algorithm.

Machine-learning algorithms are responsible for the vast majority of the artificial intelligence advancements and applications you hear about. (For more background, check out our first flowchart ...

Because of how complex and pervasive algorithms are, you can’t guarantee control over them. Nonetheless, you shouldn’t let tech giants’ bottom line dictate how you engage with social media.

Because of how complex and pervasive algorithms are, you can't guarantee control over them. Nonetheless, you shouldn't let tech giants' bottom line dictate how you engage with social media.

Facebook Can Absolutely Control Its Algorithm. The social network has repeatedly shown the ability to tackle tough problems—when they threaten their bottom line.