Navigating Crisis: YouTube's Response to Violent Content

This chapter examines YouTube CEO's urgent actions following the live-streamed massacre in New Zealand, emphasizing the challenges of rapidly removing violent content. It discusses the struggle between content moderation, free speech, and the need for regulatory frameworks while reflecting on the practical intricacies of managing a vast and open platform. The narrative critiques the confidence of tech leaders in solving complex moderation issues and explores the balance needed to enhance content policies.