Reclaiming Control in the Age of AI | Hridaynee Kandpile | TEDxGEMSWellingtonAcademyAlKhail

AI Personalization & User Experience - AI predicts user preferences on platforms like Netflix and TikTok, shaping user experience [1] - AI personalization creates "filter bubbles," limiting exposure to diverse content and perspectives [4][6] - Algorithms on platforms like TikTok can quickly polarize users with political content, creating echo chambers [6] - Over-personalization can confine users to comfort zones, hindering discovery of new interests [5] Impact on Personal Growth & Learning - AI-driven education apps, while helpful, may prevent users from confronting real challenges and limit progress [10] - Social media algorithms trap users, influencing attention and potentially leading to excessive usage [11] Recommendations & Mitigation Strategies - Users should actively explore diverse content on platforms like Spotify and Netflix to break out of filter bubbles [12] - Disabling autoplay features on platforms like YouTube can help users regain control over their choices [13] - Users can reset or tweak algorithms on platforms like Spotify to diversify recommendations [13] - The industry should promote responsible AI usage to expand user horizons and encourage exploration [14]