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UK Tech Secretary pushes X “reset” after hate algorithm backlash

6/7/2026

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Technology Secretary Liz Kendall said she will not be forced off Elon Musk’s X while she pushes measures to curb misinformation during crises.
Kendall proposed a “reset” feature that clears algorithmic recommendations and urged promotion of trusted information sources.
Amnesty International reported X’s algorithms amplified hate after the 2024 Southport murders.
The Commons science, innovation and technology committee’s 2025 report urged Ofcom to adopt crisis-response protocols, noting recommendations were rejected.

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Technology Secretary Liz Kendall said she will not be forced off Elon Musk’s X while she pushes measures to curb misinformation during crises.
Kendall proposed a “reset” feature that clears algorithmic recommendations and urged promotion of trusted information sources.
Amnesty International reported X’s algorithms amplified hate after the 2024 Southport murders.
The Commons science, innovation and technology committee’s 2025 report urged Ofcom to adopt crisis-response protocols, noting recommendations were rejected.