Radicalization on Tikkok: Greens demand determined measures!

Radicalization on Tikkok: Greens demand determined measures!

The latest terrorist attacks in Munich and Villach, in which the perpetrators значительная average age, have a bright light on the role of social media platforms such as TikTok. Club chairman and party leader of the Greens, Werner Kogler, makes it clear that the radical distribution of extremist content is a frightening threat to public security, especially among young people. In a current advance, the Greens in the Austrian National Council call for urgent measures to combat these dangerous developments. Kogler emphasizes: "These platforms are the breeding ground for hatred, agitation, violence and terror and must be freed from extremist propaganda," such as ots reported .

Digital Services Act as a key measure

In order to counteract this acute situation, the Greens have submitted an initiative application to require the rapid enforcement of the EU-wide digital service Act (DSA). This stipulates that online platforms are quickly and efficiently proven with sanctions if they violate the regulations. "We have to strictly implement the Digital Services Act as a central instrument against radicalization," continues Kogler. His party colleagues and members of other factions support this step, which is considered essential progress. In addition, a further application requires measures to combat disinformation to minimize the spread of manipulative content, such as Kurier reports .

The responsibility for monitoring the compliance with the DSA in Austria was transferred to the KommaUtria, which acts as the "coordinator for digital services". Kogler makes it clear: "We simply cannot afford to let the manipulative powers - whether from China, Russia or the USA - run wild." The green urges a comprehensive implementation of these regulations in order to draw a clear line against extremism and false information and thus to ensure the safety of the population.