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Governments decision to ban TikTok and other Chinese apps. (TikTok) Users and influencers went to other platforms like YouTube and local apps. Content creators adapted by repurposing their TikTok content to fit other platforms formats. -
Military coup ousting the democratically elected government. (Facebook, Twitter) Protestors organized demonstrations and shared real time updates on social media. The military used social media to spread propaganda and suppress dissent. -
Nationwide protests following the death of Masha Amini in police custody. (Instagram, Twitter) Activists shared videos and images documenting protests and human rights abuses. The Iranian government attempted to suppress information through internet shutdowns and censorship. -
Protests against the government's ban on major social media platforms. (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube) Organizing protests and sharing information through social media, leading to nationwide demonstrations. -
Spread of misinformation and disinformation during the election cycle. (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) Fake news stories and deep fakes circulated, aiming to influence voter perceptions. Social media platforms faced scrutiny for not doing enough to combat false information.