According to a report, TikTok deliberately withheld an algorithm safety update from millions of users in the United States while it analyzed how the change would affect user engagement. The move delayed a feature that could have reduced harmful content exposure.
The report, circulated Thursday evening, alleges that TikTok withheld a safety-related algorithm update from millions of users in the United States while it studied the update's impact on user engagement. The specific nature of the update and the timeframe of the delay were not detailed in the initial report.
The Zioneer has previously reported on legal challenges to social media platforms, including a lawsuit filed in the US alleging that platform algorithms contributed to the deaths of four children. The new report adds to the growing scrutiny of TikTok's safety practices and transparency.
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