TikTok for Adults: New Livestream Rules & Risks
TikTok's foray into adult-only livestreams presents a complex challenge, balancing revenue generation with the critical need for robust content moderation. This new feature, while potentially lucrative, introduces significant risks regarding age verification, content policing, and legal compliance. The Financial Incentive and Associated Risks Live streaming already contributes significantly to TikTok's revenue—approximately 15% in 2021. The adult-only feature aims to amplify this income stream, but this increase carries substantial risk. TikTok's 70% revenue share from these streams raises questions about potential pressure on creators to produce more provocative content to maximize earnings....