Claims of TikTok's Anti-Israel Bias Disproved Amid Calls for Greater Algorithm Transparency

Investigation reveals more views for pro-Israel hashtag in the U.S. over the past month, contradicting previous claims of anti-Israel bias on TikTok; Transparency regarding algorithms remains a critical concern.

Claims of TikTok's anti-Israel bias have been disproved by recent data analysis, which found that the pro-Israel hashtag received more views in the U.S. over the past month compared to the pro-Palestine hashtag.
Lawmakers and researchers continue to call for increased transparency regarding social media algorithms due to concerns about potential manipulation and bias. TikTok has responded by stating they do not moderate or remove content based on political sensitivities.
TikTok users on both sides of the Israel-Palestine conflict have claimed, without substantial evidence, to have been subject to shadow bans for posting about the issue.
There is a growing concern over the potential influence of social media platforms on younger users' perceptions. While some argue it is part of a larger conspiracy, others suggest it simply reflects generational shifts in opinion.
Recent criticisms have led TikTok to take action, removing around 925,000 videos from the region for violations including hate speech and promoting terrorism. The company also claimed to have removed more than 24 million fake accounts globally.