Archive - Red Packet

TikTok, the AEC, and the problem no one’s talking about

The AEC's move to join TikTok acknowledges the platform’s influence, but it overlooks the deeper risk of algorithmic manipulation and covert political…

Mar 11 •

A smarter approach to age verification? Apple thinks so

Apple’s new age verification system shifts responsibility to device manufacturers—echoing elements of China’s approach.

Mar 5 •

February 2024

MrBeast goes East

Plus, how TikTok is just the tip of the digital privacy iceberg.

Feb 5, 2024 •

September 2023

TikTok can't be trusted to tackle CCP-linked information ops

But the Australian government's anti disinformation bill could lead them towards greater transparency.

Sep 18, 2023 •

Examining Australia’s bid to curb online disinformation

Separating fact from fiction.

Sep 3, 2023 •

April 2023

TikTok's unique risk

All social media apps have problems with data privacy and content manipulation but the CCP's decisive leverage over ByteDance make those problems worse…

Apr 19, 2023 •

Escaping the vortex of Twitter.

Apr 14, 2023 •

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