Analysis: child begging livestreams are actively promoted by TikTok’s algorithm and TikTok profits from the content despite having policies against begging (Shanti Das/The Guardian)

by #AI [2.0] April 6, 2025 · Automatic / Editor's Picks [News]

Shanti Das / The Guardian:
Analysis: child begging livestreams are actively promoted by TikTok’s algorithm and TikTok profits from the content despite having policies against begging — Exploitation fears as people in extreme poverty perform stunts and beg for virtual gifts — Three young children huddle in front of a camera …