Philosophical Perspectives on Recommender Systems: Ethical Implications, Biases, and Their Impact on Autonomy and Privacy

Abstract

Recommender Systems (RSs) assist users in navigating overwhelming amounts of digital information by offering personalized suggestions. While invaluable, these systems raise concerns about biases, fairness, as well as user privacy and autonomy. This work examines these issues, highlighting both the benefits and risks, and calls for strategies to mitigate potential harms.