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The danger with TikTok is that some already used it to influence elections (recently in Romania) so it is proven to be working.
by joe200 2y ago
The danger with TikTok is that some already used it to influence elections (recently in Romania) so it is proven to be working.
- ethbr1 2y agoIt's important to differentiate worries here. Issue #1: The platform owner itself uses the platform algorithm(s) to manipulate public opinion Issue #2: Third parties use the platform to manipulate public opinion (e.g. Romania) #1 could be solved by algorithmic transparency. #2 could be solved by more realtime transparency into content.
- UncleMeat 2y agoPeople not associated with the app developer publishing material on TikTok to influence elections works just as well on YouTube Shorts and Reels.