2 papers
cs.SI2026
From Verification to Amplification: Auditing Reverse Image Search as Algorithmic Gatekeeping in Visual Misinformation Fact-checking
Cong Lin, Yifei Chen, Jiangyue Chen +3
As visual misinformation becomes increasingly prevalent, platform algorithms act as intermediaries that curate information for users' verification practices. Yet, it remains unclea…
cs.SI2024
Examining Platformization in Cultural Production: A Comparative Computational Analysis of Hit Songs on TikTok and Spotify
Na Ta, Fang Jiao, Cong Lin +1
The (re)creation and distribution of cultural products such as music are increasingly shaped by digital platforms. This study explores how TikTok and Spotify, situated in different…