TikTok is gearing up for a major shake-up in its trust and safety team in Germany, replacing human moderators with cutting-edge AI technology and outsourced staff. This bold shift has raised concerns about how it might affect the quality of content moderation and user safety, reports The Guardian
YouTube has removed thousands of propaganda channels linked to China, Russia, and other countries, CNBC reports. This decisive action marks a major step in the platform’s mission to combat misinformation by shutting down coordinated disinformation campaigns
Australia’s eSafety commissioner is urging for YouTube to be included in the country’s under-16s social media ban, spotlighting growing concerns over young viewers encountering harmful content on the widely-used video platform
Pornhub has announced it will pause all pornographic content in France in response to new regulations demanding tougher age verification. This bold step is designed to align with local laws and safeguard minors from accessing adult material online
Facebook’s enforcement of its hate-speech rules is under the microscope in India’s politically charged atmosphere. As influential leaders harness the platform to rally support, the pressing challenge lies in striking a delicate balance between safeguarding free expression and tackling online hate in a richly diverse society.
Spain has announced plans to impose fines of up to €35 million on AI companies found guilty of mislabeling content. The move aims to enhance accountability and transparency in AI-driven technologies, ensuring consumers receive accurate information.
