X/Twitter to Revamp Algorithm to Function Solely on User Preferences and Content Interactions, Forfeiting Technical Features like Keyword Blocking
2025-12-16 / Read about 0 minute
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Elon Musk is proactively tweaking the recommendation algorithm of the X (previously known as Twitter) platform, with the goal of drawing back journalists and users who departed following prior algorithm modifications. The crux of this alteration lies in entirely discarding heuristic recommendation algorithms and embracing a fully automated recommendation system driven by user preferences and interactive content. The newly implemented algorithm is entirely managed by the Grok model, which was developed by Musk's xAI company. This model boasts robust comprehension skills and comprehensive data processing capabilities, empowering it to peruse all content on the platform and independently discern user interests and preferences, thereby delivering personalized recommendations. Musk emphasized that this initiative is designed to dismantle content monopolies and restore content distribution to its fundamental purpose, which is to recommend content in accordance with users' authentic interests rather than adhering to algorithmic constraints. The transition to Grok will occur in phases, with a complete replacement anticipated within a few weeks.