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Business Suffers Significant Setbacks Following Loss of TikTok and Meta Contracts

Press RoomBy Press RoomJuly 6, 2025
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Logically AI Succumbs to Shifting Tides in Online Content Moderation, Enters Administration

London-based fact-checking startup, Logically AI, has officially entered administration, marking a significant downturn for a company once at the forefront of combating online misinformation. Founded in 2017 amidst the tumultuous backdrop of Donald Trump’s US election victory and the UK’s Brexit referendum, Logically initially experienced rapid growth, securing lucrative public and private contracts to address the proliferation of conspiracy theories and false health information online. The company’s sophisticated technology, combining artificial intelligence and human analysis, promised a robust solution to the increasingly complex landscape of digital deception. However, the changing political climate and evolving strategies of social media giants have ultimately led to Logically’s demise.

Logically’s struggles began with the loss of crucial contracts with tech behemoths Facebook and TikTok. These platforms, facing intense political pressure regarding freedom of speech, scaled back their anti-misinformation initiatives, impacting companies like Logically that relied heavily on these partnerships. The shift in strategy by these online platforms reflects a broader debate about the role and responsibility of tech companies in regulating online content. While misinformation poses a clear threat to public discourse and democratic processes, concerns about censorship and the potential for biased content moderation have also gained traction. This complex interplay of competing values has created a challenging environment for organizations specializing in fact-checking and content moderation.

The withdrawal of support from Facebook and TikTok had a cascading effect on Logically’s financial stability, ultimately forcing the company into administration. The loss of revenue from these contracts strained the company’s resources, necessitating cost-cutting measures, including significant layoffs earlier this year. In February, Logically announced the dismissal of dozens of employees in an attempt to streamline operations and maintain viability. Despite these efforts, the company was unable to overcome the financial challenges stemming from the lost contracts, highlighting the precarious nature of businesses operating in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Despite the company’s entry into administration, Logically’s core technology and brand have found a new home. Kreatur, a company owned by Ashwin Kumaraswamy, a former director and early investor in Logically, has acquired the company’s key assets through a pre-pack administration process. This arrangement aims to ensure continuity for existing Logically customers and preserve a significant number of jobs. Kreatur’s acquisition suggests the continued value of Logically’s technological infrastructure and expertise in the fight against misinformation. However, the long-term viability of Kreatur’s venture remains to be seen, given the challenges that ultimately led to Logically’s downfall.

The transfer of assets to Kreatur offers a potential lifeline for Logically’s technology and a degree of stability for its remaining workforce. According to Kreatur, the acquisition safeguards over 40 full-time positions, mitigating the impact of Logically’s closure on its employees. While the future of the technology under Kreatur’s leadership remains uncertain, the preservation of these jobs offers a glimmer of hope amidst the otherwise bleak outcome. The move underscores the importance of adapting to the evolving dynamics of the digital landscape and finding alternative pathways for sustaining valuable technology and expertise.

Logically’s story serves as a cautionary tale for companies operating in the volatile realm of online content moderation. The shifting political landscape, combined with the evolving strategies of major tech platforms, has created an unpredictable environment for businesses specializing in combating misinformation. The case highlights the vulnerability of companies reliant on contracts with large social media platforms and underscores the need for adaptable business models that can withstand sudden shifts in the digital ecosystem. The future of online content moderation remains uncertain, but the challenges faced by Logically underscore the need for innovative and sustainable solutions to address the ongoing threat of misinformation.

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