TikTok CEO Shou Chew on Its Future — and What Makes Its Algorithm Different | Live at TED2023

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TikTok CEO Shou Chew dives into how the trend-setting video app and cultural phenomenon works — from what distinguishes its algorithm and drives virality to the challenges of content moderation and digital addiction. In a wide-ranging conversation with head of TED Chris Anderson, he tells stories about the TikTok creators he loves and digs into thorny issues like data privacy and government manipulation — as well as speaking personally about his commitment to inspiring creativity and building community.

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All Comments (21)
  • I think investors should always put their cash to work, especially In 2024, we'll start to see more market diversification. I'm hoping to invest about $350k of my savings in stocks against next year. Hope to make millions in 2024
  • @drecruz
    Love tiktok or not, gotta give it to the CEO for handling Congress with such patience, professionalism and grace.
  • @zehramuskan3714
    I am impressed by how Patient, calm and composed he was in front of senators Amazingggg
  • @mariog.839
    he really is a really likable CEO, not avoiding questions, and explaining everything with simple examples.
  • @knight.xander
    Intrigued by TikTok’s focus on content over connections. I’ve been using boost app social to enhance my TikTok posts, and it’s working wonders for engagement. It's like what Shou Chew said about creativity. Awesome vid, btw!
  • @Melanie-ww4yk
    As a TikTok user for a while now, everything he said about them inserting tool to get people off the app and in line with guidelines is true. I’ve gotten several “are you still on here?” videos telling me to get off after a binge. They also put in warnings for potentially inaccurate or biased videos. Hearing about the parental controls is reassuring as well. CEO is well spoken, rational, very smart, and seems to understand that keeping the platform healthy (in all ways) for its users is the best way towards continued growth. Also, there’s only so much they can do when it comes to some of the issues with kids: parents have to have some responsibility as well. Great talk. I just gained more respect for TikTok.
  • @ohRyo
    This is a really, really, good talk. I'm really impressed with how Chris Anderson able to ask the right questions, direct the talk, while still having a genuine conversation at the same time. Thanks for this TED!
  • @RayMak
    He’s humble and smart
  • This is so, so good! This is an excellent example of a CEO. He's articulate, straight to the point, clear, and knows his company thoroughly in and out
  • @jinghao958
    Mr Show showed vey clear point and answered all of challenge questions. His logic is very straightforward and structured.
  • @kongnic3340
    this person is really in the most important position for this important app, and he is able to make it greater.
  • @BlueMoonStudios
    Shou Chew is the man. He’s so good at dealing with people who are just salivating for a “gotcha”
  • @leawang9142
    Mr Chew finally gets to express himself here in less than 30 minutes, compared to being cut every minute at the congress hearing. The host is such a good interviewer, he gets to poke at all the sensitive topics without being offensive and accusative. Finally, I'm amazed at how much additional effort and money TikTok was pushed to spend, in order to calm down concerns from all directions (psychological & political in particular). As honest efforts always pay off, I indeed believe in a future of longitivity for Tiktok.
  • @englishwithshahroz
    so Impressive and He is really influential person in the world who has marvelous mindset. thumbs up.
  • He seems like a great CEO. Thanks for this amazing talk. So inspirational.
  • @Stellar.45
    WOO. He is so talented and intelligent. Truly born to be a Good Leader.
  • @Kenono785
    He is really a sincere, honest, responsible and royal person, employee and CEO. 👍👍