Big Tech Moderation Crackdown Gives Parler, Gab A Surge of Users

Big Tech Moderation Crackdown Gives Parler, Gab A Surge of Users

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The video discusses the growth of conservative platforms like Parlor and Gab following the banning of President Trump from mainstream social media. These platforms attract users with minimal content moderation, leading to the spread of extreme content. Parlor faced bans from Amazon, Apple, and Google due to its lack of moderation, resulting in a lawsuit against Amazon. Users are migrating to other platforms like Telegram, raising concerns about the spread of disinformation and potential real-world violence.

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What actions did Amazon Web Services take against Parlor, and what was Parlor's response?

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What has been the impact of the removal of Parlor from app stores on its users?

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