June 7, 2007
Launch of video site for user generated controversy content
Friction.tv has released its full public site after a three-month beta period, offering users an‘online speakers’ corner’ to air their views, reports netimperative.
"The video-sharing site lets users upload videos of themselves commenting on a specific issue, no matter how controversial.
... As the site is unedited, people can get their message across without the fear of being misquoted. Recently, UKIP MEP Gerard Batten used the site to challenge the ‘Strangers into Citizens’ campaign which seeks to legalise irregular immigrants already working in Britain.
The site is viewer moderated, so any inappropriate content that crosses the boundaries of decency or that contravenes any law can be removed."
How does it work? Friction.tv works by sparking debates. The concept is straightforward. Anyone with an opinion on any issue can post a video recording of 30 seconds or maximum of 3 minutes. This sparks others into action: to shout out support; to put across a different view; or just to debate the point.
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