What might turning off the algorithm look like? Chinese social media provides some hints

The Albanese government has introduced its digital duty of care legislation to parliament, which includes an 'off switch' to allow social media users to opt out of recommender algorithms. This move could have significant implications for social media platforms and their users in Australia.

The potential impact of turning off algorithms on social media platforms is a topic of interest for social commerce, as it could affect how users discover and interact with products and content online. This development might not be as beneficial as it seems, and its effects on social commerce will be worth monitoring.