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TikTok denies pushing pro-Palestine content
Economic Times
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1y ago
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Short-form video app TikTok denies accusations of promoting pro-Palestine content over pro-Israel content after revealing that a hashtag supporting Israel received more views than a pro-Palestine hashtag. The company stated that the hashtag "standwithisrael" garnered 46 million views in comparison to the 29 million views of the hashtag "standwithpalestine" over a specific period. TikTok emphasizes that it has taken down hundreds of thousands of videos violating policies on violence and misinformation, as well as removing millions of fake accounts.
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LinkedIn issues warning to a site shaming pro-Palestinian sentiment
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
LinkedIn has issued a warning to a website that is shaming pro-Palestinian sentiment. The website, called anti-israel-employees.com, published thousands of posts taken mostly from LinkedIn, listing employees of major international corporations. It aimed to expose people who publicly supported Hamas, but also targeted those who expressed support for Palestine. The site faced criticism for equating pro-Palestinian sentiment with supporting terrorism. LinkedIn said the site violated its rules by scraping content, while the website's operators vowed to continue their fight.
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TikTok to prohibit videos promoting bin Laden's 'Letter to America'
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
TikTok will prohibit content promoting Osama bin Laden's 2002 letter justifying attacks against Americans. The letter criticized US support for Israel, accused Americans of financing Palestinian oppression, and contained antisemitic comments. TikTok clarified that reports of the letter trending on the platform were inaccurate. Some US lawmakers had criticized TikTok for allegedly promoting pro-terrorist propaganda. TikTok stated that content promoting the letter violates its rules on supporting terrorism. The platform has faced scrutiny for content issues, and lawmakers have previously called for its ban.
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TikTok rejects Malaysian accusation it blocks pro-Palestinian content
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
TikTok has denied allegations from Malaysia that it is blocking pro-Palestinian content on its platform. The Malaysian government previously accused TikTok of suppressing content related to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, but the company claims it does not have any policies in place to target specific political perspectives. TikTok affirms its commitment to providing a safe and inclusive environment for its users to express themselves.
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Jewish celebrities and influencers confront TikTok executives in private call
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Jewish TikTok creators and celebrities, including Sacha Baron Cohen and Debra Messing, held a private meeting with TikTok executives to address the surge of antisemitism and harassment on the platform. They criticized TikTok's tools for failing to prevent hateful comments and called for more action to combat antisemitic content. TikTok, facing claims of promoting pro-Palestinian, anti-Israel content, stated that it is proactively removing such content and investigating its presence on the platform. The meeting was arranged in response to an open letter criticizing the company's handling of hate speech.
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Malaysia to warn TikTok, Meta over alleged blocking of pro-Palestinian content
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Malaysia's communications regulator plans to issue a warning to social media platforms TikTok and Meta (formerly known as Facebook) for allegedly blocking pro-Palestinian content. The country's communications minister, Fahmi Fadzil, stated that if the issue is ignored, he will take a firm approach. He added that Malaysians have the right to freedom of speech regarding the Palestinian cause and that their rights should not be infringed upon. TikTok and Meta have not yet responded to these allegations. This comes after previous concerns about TikTok's compliance with Malaysian laws and its handling of defamatory or misleading content.
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US Congress will not take up TikTok legislation before end of year: senator
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
US Congress will not be taking up legislation this year to address national security concerns regarding foreign-owned apps like TikTok, according to Senator Maria Cantwell. Efforts to address these concerns have stalled in Congress, despite ongoing talks with federal agencies. TikTok, with its 150 million U.S. users, denies any improper use of U.S. data.
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President Donald Trump postpones TikTok ban, App reinstated on Apple and Google Stores | Mint
Livemint
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5m ago
Medial
TikTok has returned to Apple and Google app stores in the US after President Trump postponed a ban that required the app's divestment or prohibition. Originally removed to comply with US legislation, TikTok, owned by China's ByteDance, fears national security risks due to potential data access by the Chinese government. TikTok denies these claims. Discussions on joint ownership with American stakeholders are ongoing, involving potential buyers like Frank McCourt and MrBeast.
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US states accuse TikTok of harming young users
Economic Times
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9m ago
Medial
- 14 US states have filed lawsuits against TikTok, accusing the app of addicting young users and violating their privacy. - The lawsuits claim that TikTok intentionally targets children and exploits their curiosity and lack of willpower with features like beauty filters, endless scrolling, and autoplay videos. - The lawsuits argue that TikTok makes money by bombarding young users with ads. - TikTok denies the claims, stating that they have safeguards in place such as age restrictions, screen time limits, and privacy settings for minors. - TikTok is also facing a ban in the US if it remains owned by China-based ByteDance, as the US government alleges that it allows Beijing to collect data and spread propaganda.
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TikTok fined €530 million by EU regulator over data protection
Economic Times
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2m ago
Medial
TikTok was fined 530 million euros by the EU's privacy regulator due to concerns about user data protection and compliance with EU standards. The Irish Data Protection Commissioner cited TikTok's failure to ensure EU users' data protection and potential Chinese government access. TikTok plans to appeal, arguing it uses strict data security measures and denies data requests from Chinese authorities. This ruling might set a significant precedent for global companies operating in Europe.
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Trump Signals Willingness to Delay TikTok Ban Deadline Amid US-China Tariff Dispute
OutlookIndia
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1m ago
Medial
US President Donald Trump is considering extending the deadline for ByteDance to divest TikTok’s US assets, amid US-China tariff disputes. Trump postponed a TikTok ban twice, valuing its connection with young voters, and expressed interest in protecting the app. A potential US-based deal is hindered by China's non-approval, relating to reciprocal tariffs. TikTok denies allegations of security threats or manipulation, asserting its independence from any governmental influence, including China.
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