Manifesto On Algorithmic Sabotage ((hot)) Direct

We affirm the right to submit falsified location history, synthetic faces, deceptive reviews, and invented behavioral logs to any algorithm that has not first obtained explicit, revocable, opt-in consent with full transparency.

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We adhere to five irreversible principles. We affirm the right to submit falsified location

: Actions that resist becoming "content" or that disrupt feedback loops are considered forms of sabotage—this is framed as an "incomprehensible attack" on the system. Key Concepts Algorithmic Sabotage Research Group (ASRG) The group explores an "aesthetico-political" approach

Sabotage is not vandalism. Vandalism destroys for chaos. Sabotage disables for justice.

The group explores an "aesthetico-political" approach, using artistic-activist resistance to create a "collective counter-intelligence" that challenges algorithmic dominance.

Traditional sabotage (slowing assembly lines, damaging equipment) is physical and detectable. Algorithmic sabotage is behavioral and invisible. It involves feeding a system exactly what it asked for—but not what it wants.