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When You Click: Algorithms, Psychology, and the Hidden Influence of Marketing
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In this interactive session we will explore how marketing strategies, algorithms, and behavioral psychology shape the choices we make online. We’ll look at how platforms like Amazon, TikTok, and Instagram influence what we see, what we buy, and what we believe. We’ll gain insight into the invisible forces guiding digital behavior and learn practical tools for staying in control in today’s attention economy.
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Sharmin Attaran
 
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2/19/2026
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