Is AI Turning Us All into the Same Person? | Sandra Matz | TED
TED — Sep 28, 2026 — talk
Why watch
Computational social scientist Sandra Matz explores how AI-powered recommendation algorithms are subtly shaping our choices, limiting our exposure to diverse experiences and potentially making us more alike. This talk examines the trade-offs between personalized AI assistance and losing our unique perspectives, offering practical tips for using AI to enhance curiosity rather than suppress it. Targeted at general audiences interested in understanding technology's societal impact.