TikTok cites moderator error in slow removal of Perez Hilton livestream
TL;DR
TikTok says its automated moderation flagged a Perez Hilton livestream that appeared to show self-harm, but the platform kept the stream up for about 15 minutes before banning Hilton and notifying law enforcement. The incident has amplified concerns about moderation speed and consistency on the platform, as well as broader policy implications amid other TikTok developments.
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