TikTok's CEO on its future — and what makes its algorithm different | Shou Chew

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🗓️ 25 April 2023

⏱️ 40 minutes

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TikTok CEO Shou Chew dives into how the trend-setting video app and cultural phenomenon works — from what distinguishes its algorithm and drives virality to the challenges of content moderation and digital addiction. In a wide-ranging conversation with head of TED Chris Anderson, he tells stories about the TikTok creators he loves and digs into thorny issues like data privacy and government manipulation — as well as speaking personally about his commitment to inspiring creativity and building community.

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0:13.3	Today, we have Tiktok's CEO, Sho Choo, in conversation with head of Ted Chris Anderson
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