I believe content creators have a significant responsibility for their audiences. With great power comes the need to be mindful of the influence we have and to call out negative behavior when it occurs.

Creators must understand that they, as humans, are the ultimate arbiters of their work.

We made mistakes in defining our content policy, but enforcing it ultimately improved the platform and set us on a path to recovery.

We need to control our own AI infrastructure to define our culture and manage the information space effectively.

Most content moderation is done by machines, which are improving, but human oversight is still essential to ensure accuracy and effectiveness.

When we faced backlash for a controversial comment on social media, we learned the importance of being cautious with sensitive topics and the potential consequences of our messaging.

We must be cautious about how we integrate powerful technologies like AI into society to avoid creating oppressive systems.

Ultimately, the decision to pivot or not is the founder's responsibility. It's important to take accountability for your actions and not rely on authority figures to make that decision for you.

Building a platform comes with responsibilities, and it's important to remain true to one's purpose rather than being swayed by external pressures or controversies.