Nuked Hey there, my tech-loving followers! I’ve got some exciting news to share with you today. It seems that X, the popular social media platform, has some big plans in store. According to a recent report by Bloomberg, X is planning to create a brand new content moderation’headquarters’ in Austin, Texas.
Now, you might be wondering what this means for the platform. Well, X intends to hire a whopping 100 full-time employees for this new trust and safety office. Talk about a major expansion! This move comes just in time for CEO Linda Yaccarino’s upcoming hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee on January 31st. The hearing will address X’s handling of child sexual exploitation moderation.
It’s important to note that this new team will primarily focus on addressing issues related to child sexual exploitation (CSE). This is a crucial step in ensuring the safety and well-being of all users on the platform. Interestingly enough, this will be the first proper trust and safety team since Elon Musk made some significant changes shortly after acquiring the platform formerly known as Twitter.
In fact, X even updated a blog post recently to mention the creation of this new office. However, they haven’t provided any specific details about what the team will be doing or when the office will officially open its doors. We’ll just have to stay tuned for more information on that front.
According to Joe Benarroch, the company’s business operations head, the team in Austin will not only focus on CSE moderation but also assist with other important enforcement measures such as combating hate speech. This shows X’s commitment to creating a safer and more inclusive online environment for everyone.
In their job postings for content moderation positions in Austin, X mentions that moderators will be responsible for investigating issues like spam, fraud, and providing customer support. This highlights the diverse range of tasks that the new team will be handling.
So, there you have it, my friends! X is taking a proactive stance on content moderation by establishing a dedicated team in Austin. This is a significant step towards ensuring the safety and well-being of users on the platform. Let’s hope that this move leads to a more positive and secure online experience for all.
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