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TikTok pocketing profits of refugees begging, according to investigation

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2 years ago

October 12, 2022

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A new BBC investigation has found refugee families in Syrian camps are begging for donations on TikTok

With the social media giant pocketing up to 70 per cent of the proceeds

Children are livestreaming on the social media app for hours, pleading for digital gifts with a cash value.

BBC also found that the trend was being facilitated by so-called “TikTok middlemen”, who provided families with the phones and equipment to go live.

The BBC saw streams earning up to $1,000 an hour

but the investigation found refugees received only a tiny fraction of that.

The company said this type of content was not allowed on its platform, and it said its commission from digital gifts was significantly less than 70 per cent

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Deadpool & Wolverine movie seeks to break Disney’s streak of comic book flops

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1 day ago

July 26, 2024

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A new hope for Disney’s comic book universe.

The upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine movie aims to revitalise Disney’s comic book adaptations, breaking the recent streak of underperforming titles on Disney Plus. Despite high expectations, series like She-Hulk: Attorney at Law and Secret Invasion failed to capture audiences, leaving fans eager for a blockbuster hit. With iconic characters and a promise of thrilling action, this film is set to reinvigorate the franchise and restore faith in Disney’s comic book ventures.

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AI enters the Big Brother house, raising concerns around the truth of reality TV

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3 days ago

July 24, 2024

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How will the integration of AI into reality TV impact audience engagement and what role will this have on the future of entertainment?

The latest season of Big Brother has left fans scratching their heads with the introduction of Big Brother AI, also knowns as BB AI, taking centre stage.

Tom Finnigan from Talkingbrands.ai joins to discuss all the curious AI cases of the week. #featured

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UN initiative aims to set international standards for AI ethics

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3 days ago

July 24, 2024

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The United Nations has launched a comprehensive initiative aimed at establishing international guidelines for the governance of artificial intelligence.

The UN seeks to address ethical concerns, regulatory frameworks, and human rights implications associated with AI advancements.

Dr. Karen Sutherland from the UniSC joins to discuss the latest. #featured

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