Influencer warns Gen Z is becoming Gen Terrorism as TikTok takes ominous turn after Oct 7. In the wake of the conflict in Israel, an Ivy League-educated social media influencer has raised concerns about TikTok’s direction, going as far as dubbing Gen Z “Generation Terrorism.” Comedian and TikTok star Zach Sage Fox highlighted a shift in the platform’s algorithm, noting a rise in anti-Israel sentiment among younger Americans.
Fox’s observations coincide with a broader trend of increased anti-Israel sentiment on college campuses, including at Columbia and Yale. This surge in activism has been accompanied by a rise in hate speech and antisemitism on social media, particularly on TikTok, which has emerged as a major news source for young people.
While acknowledging the positive aspects of platforms like TikTok, Fox expressed concern about the spread of misinformation and hate speech. He emphasized the need to address these issues, noting that platforms like TikTok have a responsibility to combat misinformation.
Influencer warns Gen Z is becoming Gen Terrorism as TikTok takes ominous turn after Oct 7
Fox’s own platform has shifted focus in recent months to combatting antisemitism and anti-Israel propaganda. This change was inspired by a visit to Auschwitz, where he met a man whose family had been killed in the Holocaust. Fox made a promise to the man to combat hate and misinformation, a promise he is now fulfilling through his platform.
As discussions continue about how to address these issues, Fox emphasized the need for regulation and oversight. He suggested that selling TikTok to an American company could help ensure better regulation and oversight of the platform.
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