TikTok Lays Off Hundreds as AI Takes Over Content Moderation

The social media giant shifts focus to automated systems, affecting jobs globally, with significant cuts in Malaysia.

TikTok, owned by ByteDance, has confirmed the layoff of hundreds of employees worldwide, primarily from its content moderation teams.
In Malaysia, less than 500 jobs have been cut, countering earlier reports of over 700 affected positions.
The company is investing $2 billion in trust and safety, with AI now handling 80% of guideline-violating content.
The layoffs come amid increased regulatory scrutiny in Malaysia, where social media firms must apply for operating licenses by January.
Future layoffs are anticipated as TikTok aims to consolidate regional operations and enhance AI efficiency.