The Electoral Commission used Instagram and TikTok to disseminate voting content.

The entities involved

• Instagram →

  photo and video sharing social network owned by Meta Platforms

  • Meta confirms its ownership of Instagram as a core business property and outlines future AI products designed to assist users globally.13:52
  • Meta expanded its AI Teen Protection features on Instagram.13:52
• Electoral Commission →

  Independent Crown Entity administering elections in New Zealand

  • New Zealand utilizes the MMP system, with the Parliament serving as the legislative body and the Electoral Commission providing estimates.06:46
  • New Zealand considers compulsory voting in Australia, while the Electoral Commission reports low turnout in NZ elections.06:46
• TikTok →

  video-focused social media platform

  • Political ad spend is flowing to global tech platforms like Meta and TikTok in South Africa.12:22
  • Regulators propose algorithm changes, while England announces its tour squad and India seeks to seal an ODI series.11:49

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