The platform protects no one but itself

  • 2022-02-13 00:00:00
  • BBC
One of the most common problems on social platforms is the presence of fake accounts impersonating artists or influencers. In some cases, the number of followers these accounts gain is significant, to the point of harming the original user. One British writer recounts how he tried to contact the platform, which not only failed to respond, but also failed to remove the fake profile impersonating the author.