An information bubble is created when people primarily, or exclusively, consume information from the same type of sources, or with the same type of agenda or political viewpoint.
The consequences of information bubbles can be significant. They can lead to a polarised and fragmented debate where people are less likely to engage with those who hold different views, and where social and political divisions are reinforced. They can also undermine the public’s trust in institutions such as the media, and in some cases, can even have real-world consequences such as the spread of misinformation or the exacerbation of social and political conflicts.
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