The Daily Think

Have you been seeing more and more violent content on Instagram on your feeds lately? Instagram and Facebook have recently faced criticism for allowing violent and graphic content on their platforms. The spread of such content has led some users to migrate to other platforms like TikTok, where they believe they will be protected from harmful and violent posts. Users are often quoted as saying “why am I seeing this” and “stop posting this” when it comes to these posts showing possible murder, mutilation or scenes of death.

Facebook, which owns Instagram, has acknowledged the issue and has made efforts to improve its content standards. In a recent statement, Facebook said, “We do not allow content that glorifies or promotes violence, or incites people to engage in violent or dangerous activities. We are committed to removing this type of content as soon as we become aware of it.”

However, despite these efforts, posts containing violent content continue to appear on the platform, and many users feel that the measures taken by Facebook are not enough to protect them from harm. This has led to a decline in the popularity of Instagram and a migration to other platforms like TikTok, where users feel that the content is better moderated and safer for them.

Facebook and Instagram have fallen victim to state sponsored “hacking” in which an entity can use the platform to post enough content and create a shift in thought. In both the political and social world we all know the power of a good campaign to shift the narrative on positions. Former President Donald Trump and his team used savvy media tactics to secure his run to the presidency, and the Kardashians have used the platform to generate billions in revenue for themselves and their advertising partners. But we have seen the darker side of this as state sponsored foreign entities have been able to breach Facebook and use posts to encourage divide among the audience. And who benefits the most should a Instagram and Facebook lose following and clout in the community?

TikTok has grown in popularity due to its content moderation policies and focus on creating a positive and safe community for its users. TikTok has implemented various measures to prevent the spread of harmful and violent content on its platform, including the use of artificial intelligence and human moderators to monitor content and remove posts that violate its community guidelines.

In addition to its content moderation policies, TikTok also places a strong emphasis on promoting creativity and positivity, with a focus on lighthearted and fun content that encourages users to express themselves and connect with others in a safe and supportive environment.

Despite the efforts of Facebook and Instagram to improve their content standards, it is clear that they still have a long way to go. While they have made some progress, they continue to struggle with the issue of violent and harmful content on their platforms, and many users are turning to other platforms like TikTok to escape from these negative influences.

The recent spread of violent content on Instagram and Facebook is a concerning issue that has led to a decline in their popularity and a migration of users to platforms like TikTok. While Facebook and Instagram have made efforts to improve their content standards, it is clear that they still have a lot of work to do to ensure that their platforms are safe and welcoming for all users.