TikTok says it will not encrypt DMs over safety concerns

[Steady Dylan]

TikTok says it won't encrypt DMs claiming it puts users at risk

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cly2m5e5ke4o

TikTok says it will not introduce end to end encryption for direct messages, arguing it could make it harder to detect harmful activity and keep users safe. The decision puts it at odds with other platforms that are moving toward stronger privacy protections, highlighting the tradeoff between user privacy and moderation.

[MJF]

This is the classic privacy vs safety argument again

[Cheeky Blake]

Feels like platforms pick whichever side benefits them most

[GoldbergFan_X]

Encryption always becomes controversial when moderation is involved