Influence Digital Influence Digital
Blog
Blog
- Thousands Join 48-hour Twitter Boycott To Protest Anti-Semitism
Share

Thousands Join 48-hour Twitter Boycott To Protest Anti-Semitism

Twitter forced to reconsider their Hate Speech Policy

At the beginning of this week thousands of social media users took part in a 48-hour Twitter and Instagram boycott after Wiley, a UK Grime Artist, used his Twitter platform to tweet anti-semitic hate and it shamefully took Twitter over 12 hours to suspend his account or take any action.

And whilst silence can be seen as complicity, here, the 48-hour silence provoked Twitter to rightly have to update their hate speech policy, making us again question how social media sites tackle harmful content whilst also inherently being a place for people to voice their thoughts and opinions.

Twitter has now said that as well as policing hate speech tweeted directly by users they will be monitoring posted links that take people off Twitter and to external websites. This new policy goes into effect today on July 30 and we hope that it will make a difference in terms of shining a light on the good in Twitter and ensuring a zero-tolerance policy for the bad. 

 

(Image creds: Twitter Support)

 

  • Outstanding Agency! I've been working with Influence Digital and they consistently impress. Their expert team, clear communication, and innovative approach make them invaluable partners. Highly recommend!Alvaro Lopez, Primavera Sound
  • Across Paid Social and Creative, ID are experts in their field. Their collaborative approach, expert insights, strategic optimisation and passion for our business have been pivotal to the success of countless major film releases over the years.Chris Besseling, eOne Films
  • From straightforward project management and scheduling to more creative ideas, Influence Digital are flexible, innovative and adaptable. I am always grateful for the support and incredible experience.Niko Michault, Push Music Management (Jack Savoretti)
  • It has been the biggest pleasure to work with Influence Digital, both as a team and also as individuals. They’ve felt like an extension of our team and I’m so grateful for it. What I especially appreciate is their ongoing motivation to make things better. They’ve set a very high benchmark for me.Sophie Rix, The Prince’s Trust
  • We were very fortunate to have had Influence Digital involved in promoting the P!nk Summer Carnival 2023 shows in the UK. They managed the campaign throughout and ensured we achieved the results we were after. It is always a great pleasure to work with the talented Influence Digital team.Ben Martin, Marshall Arts (P!nk and Elton John)
  • Influence Digital have a fantastic and dynamic team who truly understand their client’s needs. Having worked with a number of agencies, it’s great to come across one who genuinely feels like they’re part of your team. They’re highly collaborative and ultimately get things done and deliver results.Tom Noeding, RS Group
  • Influence were and continue to be paramount to the success of a number of projects across the ATC roster. They are brilliant creative thinkers, always on the ball, understanding of the artist's vision and a joy to work with.Jai Shaw, ATC Management
  • Influence Digital has really helped us reach our digital marketing goals. They are experienced, attentive and effective, and have proven to be an important asset in our organisation.Naoise Kavanagh, Jigsaw
  • Influence Digital have been a crucial part of the Anjunabeats and Above & Beyond story for over 15 years, and we hugely appreciate the cutting edge expertise and sage advice they have given us during that time.Tony McGuinness, Anjunabeats / Above & Beyond