Data Skeptic
Data Skeptic
Kyle Polich
Niche vs Mainstream
34 minutes Posted Feb 18, 2026 at 4:02 pm.
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Anas Buhayh discusses multi-stakeholder fairness in recommender systems and the S'mores framework—a simulation allowing users to choose between mainstream and niche algorithms. His research shows specialized recommenders improve utility for niche users while raising questions about filter bubbles and data privacy.