TikTok's CEO on its future -- and what makes its algorithm different | Shou Chew

What makes Tik Tok content so viral? CEO Shou Chew dives into the inner workings of its algorithm, and talks about the challenges facing the app: from content moderation to digital addiction -- and delves into the thorny stuff -- issues like data privacy and government manipulation. In a wide-ranging conversation with head of TED Chris Anderson, Shou tells stories about the TikTok creators he loves, and speaks personally about this commitment to creativity and community. After the talk, Sherrell delves a little deeper into the implications of TikTok’s presence is society.
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