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Study Reveals 20% Misinformation on TikTok, Calls for Change

12/16/2025

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Researchers say better access to study misinformation on social media is needed due to platform restrictions.
The SIMODS project found misinformation rates of 20% on TikTok and 13% on Facebook and X.
Algorithms reward false content, increasing engagement with misinformation.
Meta ended its fact-checking program, raising scrutiny of moderation practices.
The TAKE IT DOWN Act aims to protect abuse victims and expand user data control, with rising bipartisan support.

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Story summary

Researchers say better access to study misinformation on social media is needed due to platform restrictions.
The SIMODS project found misinformation rates of 20% on TikTok and 13% on Facebook and X.
Algorithms reward false content, increasing engagement with misinformation.
Meta ended its fact-checking program, raising scrutiny of moderation practices.
The TAKE IT DOWN Act aims to protect abuse victims and expand user data control, with rising bipartisan support.