TikTok Puts Hundreds of UK Jobs at Risk Amid Major Restructure

TikTok has announced a major global restructure that could cut hundreds of jobs in the UK. The changes are expected to affect staff working in trust and safety departments. Many employees are now facing uncertainty as the company plans to replace parts of its human moderation with artificial intelligence.

The layoffs are not limited to the UK. Reports suggest that jobs in South and South-East Asia will also be affected. TikTok says AI will play a bigger role in moderating content. However, this move has raised concerns about safety on the platform.

Union groups have strongly criticized the decision. The Communication Workers Union (CWU) said the cuts will “put TikTok’s millions of British users at risk.” They argue that replacing human teams with AI could lead to harmful or unsafe content slipping through the system.

Workers have also voiced worries about the growing pressure to depend on technology that is still developing. They say human judgment is essential to catch harmful content that AI may fail to recognize. For months, employees have been pushing for better rights and stronger protections through union efforts.

The announcement has already caused a wave of concern among users in the UK. Many fear that weaker moderation could affect the safety of young people on the app. Industry experts say this move shows how social media platforms are changing their strategies to cut costs and rely more on automation.

TikTok has not yet confirmed the exact number of jobs that will be cut in the UK. The company also has not given details about what support will be offered to affected workers. For now, employees are waiting to see how this restructuring will impact their future.