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fromSocial Media Today
3 months ago

Snapchat CEO Talks Zuckerberg, Moderation, AR Glasses and More

Elon's acquisition of Twitter has initiated significant changes in content moderation and social media dynamics, reflecting shifts in public discourse.
Snap is differentiating itself with its AR technology and user engagement, emphasizing the difficulty for competitors to replicate its ecosystem.
Social media marketing
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Eating Disorder Content Is Infiltrating TikTok. Some Creators Are Going Viral Debunking It

The 'SkinnyTok' trend promotes dangerous eating habits among youth, with minimal moderation from platforms like TikTok and X.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I didn't eat or sleep': a Meta moderator on his breakdown after seeing beheadings and child abuse

Exposure to extreme graphic content significantly affected Solomon's mental health as a Meta content moderator.
Desensitization to horrific imagery became a disturbing part of Solomon's work experience.
Marketing tech
fromTheWrap
2 months ago

TikTok to Launch Its Own Community Notes Feature Called 'Footnotes'

TikTok launches 'Footnotes' for user-driven content context, enhancing discussion and addressing potential misinformation.
Social media marketing
fromMIT Sloan
3 months ago

Online content moderation: What works, and what people want | MIT Sloan

Misinformation is a growing problem exacerbated by reduced oversight on social media platforms, complicating effective moderation efforts.
Marketing tech
fromSocial Media Today
3 months ago

Snapchat CEO Talks Zuckerberg, Moderation, AR Glasses and More

Elon's acquisition of Twitter has initiated significant changes in content moderation and social media dynamics, reflecting shifts in public discourse.
Snap is differentiating itself with its AR technology and user engagement, emphasizing the difficulty for competitors to replicate its ecosystem.
Social media marketing
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Eating Disorder Content Is Infiltrating TikTok. Some Creators Are Going Viral Debunking It

The 'SkinnyTok' trend promotes dangerous eating habits among youth, with minimal moderation from platforms like TikTok and X.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I didn't eat or sleep': a Meta moderator on his breakdown after seeing beheadings and child abuse

Exposure to extreme graphic content significantly affected Solomon's mental health as a Meta content moderator.
Desensitization to horrific imagery became a disturbing part of Solomon's work experience.
Marketing tech
fromTheWrap
2 months ago

TikTok to Launch Its Own Community Notes Feature Called 'Footnotes'

TikTok launches 'Footnotes' for user-driven content context, enhancing discussion and addressing potential misinformation.
Social media marketing
fromMIT Sloan
3 months ago

Online content moderation: What works, and what people want | MIT Sloan

Misinformation is a growing problem exacerbated by reduced oversight on social media platforms, complicating effective moderation efforts.
more#social-media
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

TikTok is being flooded with racist AI videos generated by Google's Veo 3

TikTok uses technology and human moderators for content moderation but struggles with the high volume of uploads, making timely enforcement of rules challenging.
Tech industry
#community-notes
more#community-notes
#free-speech
Social media marketing
fromsfist.com
3 months ago

Meta Playing Hardball to Prevent Sales of Ex-Employee's Tell-All Book

Meta's lawsuit against a former employee's expose highlights its conflict between free expression and content moderation.
philosophy
fromApaonline
2 months ago

Musk's Town Square Is Built on Sand

Elon Musk's approach to Twitter emphasizes unrestricted free speech, raising concerns about increased toxicity and misinformation in the digital public sphere.
Social media marketing
fromsfist.com
3 months ago

Meta Playing Hardball to Prevent Sales of Ex-Employee's Tell-All Book

Meta's lawsuit against a former employee's expose highlights its conflict between free expression and content moderation.
philosophy
fromApaonline
2 months ago

Musk's Town Square Is Built on Sand

Elon Musk's approach to Twitter emphasizes unrestricted free speech, raising concerns about increased toxicity and misinformation in the digital public sphere.
more#free-speech
#ai
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Tumblr's content filtering systems have been falsely flagging posts as 'mature,' users blame AI | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Tumblr's content filtering systems have been falsely flagging posts as 'mature,' users blame AI | TechCrunch

more#ai
#advertising
Marketing tech
fromTechdirt
3 weeks ago

Elon Musk's New Business Model For ExTwitter: Give Us Money Or We Sue

Elon Musk's controversial stance on advertisers has evolved to threats aimed at companies to secure ad spending.
There are reports of companies being pressured and threatened with lawsuits unless they advertise on X.
fromAdweek
4 weeks ago
Marketing tech

EXCLUSIVE: Ads From Verizon, Shell, and Others Ran Next to Explicit Videos on Top Android App

Marketing tech
fromTechdirt
3 weeks ago

Elon Musk's New Business Model For ExTwitter: Give Us Money Or We Sue

Elon Musk's controversial stance on advertisers has evolved to threats aimed at companies to secure ad spending.
There are reports of companies being pressured and threatened with lawsuits unless they advertise on X.
Marketing tech
fromAdweek
4 weeks ago

EXCLUSIVE: Ads From Verizon, Shell, and Others Ran Next to Explicit Videos on Top Android App

Major brands inadvertently advertised beside inappropriate content on XShorts, causing Google to halt ad monetization.
more#advertising
#youtube
Right-wing politics
fromArs Technica
3 weeks ago

YouTube will "protect free expression" by pulling back on content moderation

YouTube's content moderation now prioritizes public interest over harm risk, allowing more misinformation to remain accessible.
Policy changes in tech after Trump's reelection raise concerns about censorship of conservative voices.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
2 months ago

Dozens of YouTube Channels Are Showing AI-Generated Cartoon Gore and Fetish Content

YouTube faces renewed concerns over children’s content as AI-generated videos depict violent and inappropriate themes.
Generative AI is now creating disturbing children's content on YouTube, raising safety alarms.
fromSemafor
3 months ago
Media industry

YouTube CEO on content moderation: 'Where the world was five years ago is very different' than today

Right-wing politics
fromArs Technica
3 weeks ago

YouTube will "protect free expression" by pulling back on content moderation

YouTube's content moderation now prioritizes public interest over harm risk, allowing more misinformation to remain accessible.
Policy changes in tech after Trump's reelection raise concerns about censorship of conservative voices.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
2 months ago

Dozens of YouTube Channels Are Showing AI-Generated Cartoon Gore and Fetish Content

YouTube faces renewed concerns over children’s content as AI-generated videos depict violent and inappropriate themes.
Generative AI is now creating disturbing children's content on YouTube, raising safety alarms.
fromSemafor
3 months ago
Media industry

YouTube CEO on content moderation: 'Where the world was five years ago is very different' than today

more#youtube
#meta
Marketing tech
fromFuturism
4 weeks ago

If You Thought Facebook Was Toxic Already, Now It's Replacing Its Human Moderators with AI

Meta wields significant power yet lacks public scrutiny, resulting in harmful consequences, especially for vulnerable communities like LGBTQ users.
Marketing tech
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Anti-hate groups are pressing Meta shareholders to demand transparency on hate speech

Meta is facing pressure from shareholder activists to enhance transparency and accountability regarding its handling of hate speech.
Marketing tech
fromFuturism
4 weeks ago

If You Thought Facebook Was Toxic Already, Now It's Replacing Its Human Moderators with AI

Meta wields significant power yet lacks public scrutiny, resulting in harmful consequences, especially for vulnerable communities like LGBTQ users.
Artificial intelligence
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Leaked docs show how Meta's AI is trained to be safe, be 'flirty,' and navigate contentious topics

Meta aims to create a fun yet safe AI by categorizing user prompts and setting strict guidelines for sensitive content.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Meta's Assault on DEI Plays Right Into the Project 2025 Handbook

Meta's content moderation policies have drastically changed under Zuckerberg's leadership, aligning with conservative political agendas.
The dismantling of diversity programs at Meta could have adverse effects on marginalized communities.
Marketing tech
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Anti-hate groups are pressing Meta shareholders to demand transparency on hate speech

Meta is facing pressure from shareholder activists to enhance transparency and accountability regarding its handling of hate speech.
more#meta
#digital-safety
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
3 months ago

As platform moderation standards vary, creators eye Twitch as a safe haven

Twitch has become a safe haven for marginalized creators due to its focus on content moderation.
Artificial intelligence
fromPyImageSearch
1 month ago

Content Moderation via Zero Shot Learning with Qwen 2.5 - PyImageSearch

Digital platforms face complex challenges in content moderation due to user-generated content growth.
Qwen 2.5 models can enhance content moderation through advanced multimodal understanding.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
3 months ago

As platform moderation standards vary, creators eye Twitch as a safe haven

Twitch has become a safe haven for marginalized creators due to its focus on content moderation.
Artificial intelligence
fromPyImageSearch
1 month ago

Content Moderation via Zero Shot Learning with Qwen 2.5 - PyImageSearch

Digital platforms face complex challenges in content moderation due to user-generated content growth.
Qwen 2.5 models can enhance content moderation through advanced multimodal understanding.
more#digital-safety
#censorship
Media industry
fromTechdirt
1 month ago

We Shouldn't Have To Explain To The FTC Why Content Moderation Is So Crucial To Free Speech, But We Did

FTC Chair Ferguson's investigation into big tech censorship is seen as politically motivated and misunderstands content moderation.
The inquiry raises First Amendment concerns regarding private editorial discretion on social media platforms.
Media industry
fromTechdirt
1 month ago

We Shouldn't Have To Explain To The FTC Why Content Moderation Is So Crucial To Free Speech, But We Did

FTC Chair Ferguson's investigation into big tech censorship is seen as politically motivated and misunderstands content moderation.
The inquiry raises First Amendment concerns regarding private editorial discretion on social media platforms.
more#censorship
#elon-musk
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Grok blames White genocide chat on 'unauthorized mod'

xAI's Grok chatbot apologized for spreading conspiracy theories after unauthorized modifications were made.
The incident emphasizes the importance of AI moderation and adherence to internal guidelines.
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Grok blames White genocide chat on 'unauthorized mod'

xAI's Grok chatbot apologized for spreading conspiracy theories after unauthorized modifications were made.
The incident emphasizes the importance of AI moderation and adherence to internal guidelines.
more#elon-musk
#pinterest
more#pinterest
#wikipedia
more#wikipedia
#facebook
Social media marketing
fromLindsey Gamble
2 months ago

Facebook Targets Spammy Content to Improve Feeds and Boost Creator Visibility - Lindsey Gamble

Facebook is limiting reach and monetization for accounts engaging in spammy behavior.
New tools and measures are introduced to enhance user experience and support content creators.
fromFast Company
2 months ago
Social media marketing

Facebook Groups are fueling a black market for Uber and DoorDash accounts, says a new report

Social media marketing
fromLindsey Gamble
2 months ago

Facebook Targets Spammy Content to Improve Feeds and Boost Creator Visibility - Lindsey Gamble

Facebook is limiting reach and monetization for accounts engaging in spammy behavior.
New tools and measures are introduced to enhance user experience and support content creators.
fromFast Company
2 months ago
Social media marketing

Facebook Groups are fueling a black market for Uber and DoorDash accounts, says a new report

more#facebook
#deplatforming
fromHackernoon
10 months ago
Online Community Development

The Streisand Effect in Action: How Attempts to Silence Kiwi Farms Led to a Digital Revival | HackerNoon

fromHackernoon
10 months ago
Online Community Development

The Fallout of KIWI FARMS: Activists, Industry Giants, and Forum Users Speak Out | HackerNoon

fromHackernoon
10 months ago
Online Community Development

The Streisand Effect in Action: How Attempts to Silence Kiwi Farms Led to a Digital Revival | HackerNoon

fromHackernoon
10 months ago
Online Community Development

The Fallout of KIWI FARMS: Activists, Industry Giants, and Forum Users Speak Out | HackerNoon

more#deplatforming
#mental-health
Social media marketing
fromFuturism
3 months ago

Instagram Showing Users Grotesque Videos of Human-Animal Hybrids

Instagram's algorithms can unpredictably alter user feeds, leading to exposure to disturbing content, raising concerns about mental impact, especially on impressionable users.
Social media marketing
fromFuturism
3 months ago

Instagram Showing Users Grotesque Videos of Human-Animal Hybrids

Instagram's algorithms can unpredictably alter user feeds, leading to exposure to disturbing content, raising concerns about mental impact, especially on impressionable users.
more#mental-health
#openai
Marketing tech
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

OpenAI peels back ChatGPT's safeguards around image creation | TechCrunch

OpenAI launches image generator in ChatGPT and updates content moderation policies to allow generating images of public figures and sensitive symbols.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

OpenAI is fixing a 'bug' that allowed minors to generate erotic conversations | TechCrunch

Marketing tech
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

OpenAI peels back ChatGPT's safeguards around image creation | TechCrunch

OpenAI launches image generator in ChatGPT and updates content moderation policies to allow generating images of public figures and sensitive symbols.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

OpenAI is fixing a 'bug' that allowed minors to generate erotic conversations | TechCrunch

more#openai
Social media marketing
fromIndependent
2 months ago

US judge blocks Musk's X from using Ireland as venue in 'libel tourism' action

X is facing criticism for allowing ads to appear alongside pro-Nazi content, raising concerns about brand safety and content moderation.
The media watchdog Media Matters claimed X is waging a defamation campaign against them following allegations of inappropriate ad placements.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
2 months ago

'We have our understanding of what we accept or what we don't accept': Kick's co-founder talks creator push and growing pains

Kick is rapidly expanding its user base and viewership but faces challenges related to its controversial reputation.
Privacy technologies
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Section 230 helped create the internet. What happens if it goes away?

Section 230 faces potential repeal by 2027, which could lead to significant changes in online content moderation and liability.
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

Instagram is giving schools a faster way to get students' posts taken down

Instagram's new Schools Partnership program prioritizes moderation reports from school districts, allowing them to take swift action against harmful content that students may post.
Privacy professionals
London startup
fromwww.techdirt.com
3 months ago

Ctrl-Alt-Speech: Once You Slop, You Can't Stop

Weekly podcast covering news on online speech and content moderation.
Focus on recent developments in internet regulation and technology policy.
Privacy technologies
fromTechdirt
3 months ago

After Election Chaos, Romania Proposes Platforms Invent Magic Wand As Content Moderation Solution

Romania's proposed content regulations may render social media operations impossible in the country.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Telegram founder returns to Dubai as French inquiry continues

Durov was released on bail after being charged with failing to curb extremist content on Telegram, highlighting ongoing tensions between tech platforms and regulatory authorities.
France news
#andrew-tate
UK news
fromConsequence
3 months ago

Spotify Removes Andrew Tate's Podcast Episodes

Spotify removed several Andrew Tate podcasts for violating content policies after public outcry, but some controversial material remains available.
more#andrew-tate
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