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Meta's China partner allegedly advertised apps with CSAM

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A report from the Tech Transparency Project indicates that Meta's partner in China, GatherOne, has been placing thousands of ads for apps that digitally undress women. Some of these apps allegedly contained child sex abuse material. GatherOne is a key business partner for Meta in China, enabling Chinese clients to advertise to international audiences on platforms like Facebook and Instagram, which are banned in China. AI

RANK_REASON Report on a partner's alleged misuse of advertising platforms.

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Meta's China partner allegedly advertised apps with CSAM

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