Publisher's Synopsis
Data has become the backbone of our society in the modern era influencing every facet of our lives in ways that were unimaginable even a few decades ago. Algorithms are the driving force behind this data-driven transformation.
Algorithms control outcomes, shape views, and power the engines of advancement in everything from search engines to social media platforms, from financial markets to healthcare choices. They have evolved into the unseen designers of our world, working ceaselessly behind the scenes and wielding immense power that has an impact on all of us. The fascinating story of algorithms is explored in the book How Data Rules the World, from its humble beginnings as simple mathematical equations to their profound influence on politics, economics, and daily interactions between people. This book reveals the mystery behind these digital beings that have the power to determine fates and takes readers on a stimulating examination of the significant repercussions they hold for our shared destiny. Join us as we go on an exciting journey into the ethics, physics, and history of algorithms, revealing their fundamental significance in the digital age and how they have radically changed the world we live in today. Prepare your mind for an experience that will extend your thinking, pique your curiosity, and help you better grasp the algorithm effect
