As far as I'm concerned, the algorithm is and can only ever be an implementation detail. If the leadership of Twitter changes overnight, it'd be highly likely t

As far as I'm concerned, the algorithm is and can only ever be an implementation detail. If the leadership of Twitter changes overnight, it'd be highly likely the types of content that gets recommended will subtly/not-so-subtly change... because the algorithm has been changed. It's an interchangeable function, it would only be publicized if it's clear to leadership that it wouldn't affect their revenue if people started trying to game towards the published algorithm.