The YouTube algorithm is promoting Las Vegas conspiracy theories

In the wake of the Las Vegas shooting, Google's algorithm was under fire for purportedly promoting conspiracy theories that flourished on 4chan's controversial /pol/ channel. 

But now Google has another headache from what is arguably the biggest thorn in its side as far as conspiracy theories are concerned: YouTube. 

A Guardian report found out that YouTube is actively promoting "Las Vegas shooting= hoax" videos, causing an outcry among survivors and relatives of the victims. 

Conspiracy theories in these videos, which feature prominent personalities such as Alex Jones or Paul Joseph Watson, range from the usual, 9/11-truther-style "it was an inside job" to "false flag" allegations.  Read more...