TikTok had previously banned deepfakes that mislead viewers about real-world events and cause harm. Its updated guidelines say deepfakes of private figures and young people are also not allowed.
So far, there is no evidence to suggest this has happened or that TikTok has turned over user data to the Chinese government, as some of its critics have argued it would do.on Tuesday warned apps like TikTok should not be installed on phones issued to government employees, both citing security or intelligence agencies.
TikTok also rolled out updated rules and standards for content and users in a reorganized set of community guidelines that include eight principles to guide content moderation decisions. She said TikTok strives to be fair, protect human dignity and balance freedom of expression with preventing harm.
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