TikTok Claims 98% of Harmful Content Removed in Australia Before Viewing

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TikTok stated that 98% of harmful content in Australia was removed proactively before users could see it in Q1.
The platform testified before the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion, addressing a rise in hate speech since the Oct 7 attacks.

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TikTok stated that 98% of harmful content in Australia was removed proactively before users could see it in Q1. The platform testified before the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion, addressing a rise in hate speech since the Oct 7 attacks.

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