infinite scroll MINI TECH SCROLL: Meta moderation & DEI changes, U.S. TikTok ban update + TikTok users migrating to RedNote app
Jan 15, 2025
Meta is shaking things up with new content moderation policies and a reduction in its DEI program, all while trying to avoid the censorship trap. Meanwhile, tensions rise over the potential TikTok ban in the U.S., as users brace for impact and look for alternatives. Some TikTok enthusiasts are migrating to a new player, RedNote, drawing parallels to shifts seen in other countries. It's a tech-packed discussion on changing social media landscapes and the ongoing debates surrounding user rights and platform governance.
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Meta's Moderation Changes
- Meta is changing its moderation policies, potentially aligning with the current US political climate.
- This includes replacing fact-checkers, simplifying content policies, and relocating content moderation teams.
Meta's DEI Rollback
- Meta is scaling back its DEI policies, citing the changing legal landscape in the US.
- They claim to still prioritize diverse hiring but with a focus on mitigating bias for all.
TikTok Ban Update
- TikTok faces a US ban with a January 19 deadline, and the Supreme Court's reception to TikTok's case seems negative.
- Arguments center on free speech vs. national security concerns due to ByteDance's Chinese ownership.