PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1414136
PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1414136
“Content Moderation Solutions Global Market Report 2024 ” from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.
This report focuses on content moderation solutions market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
Where is the largest and fastest growing market for content moderation solutions? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward? “The content moderation solutions market global report ” from The Business Research Company answers all these questions and many more.
The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.
Content moderation solutions involve the examination of user-generated content across digital platforms such as social media, websites, and online forums. This process entails the identification and removal of inappropriate or offensive content, as well as the enforcement of community guidelines and terms of service.
The primary components of content moderation solutions include both solutions and services. In this context, a solution refers to a specific approach or method designed to effectively address a particular challenge or issue. Content comes in various formats, such as images, text, and video. For businesses, both small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and large enterprises, which may opt for in-house moderation or outsourcing, the key end-users span across industries such as media and entertainment, retail and e-commerce, packaging and labeling, healthcare and life sciences, automotive, government, telecom, and others.
The content moderation solutions market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides content moderation solutions market statistics, including content moderation solutions industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a content moderation solutions market share, detailed content moderation solutions market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the content moderation solutions industry. This content moderation solutions market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.
The content moderation solutions market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $10.96 billion in 2023 to $12.32 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.4%. The expansion observed in the historical period can be credited to factors such as industrial growth, the development of ports and harbors, the globalization of trade, urbanization and construction activities, increased utilization of heavy machinery, and the implementation of railway infrastructure projects.
The content moderation solutions market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $19.93 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.8%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period is linked to the expansion of e-commerce logistics, the shift towards renewable energy, a heightened emphasis on sustainable construction practices, the adoption of lightweight materials, and the emphasis on global supply chain resilience. Key trends expected in this period encompass the rise of hybrid and electric cranes, technological advancements, the integration of IoT and automation, customization for diverse applications, initiatives towards environmentally friendly practices, market consolidation, and the formation of strategic partnerships.
The rise of social networking platforms is poised to drive the expansion of the content moderation solutions market. Social networking platforms, encompassing websites and mobile applications facilitating user connections and content sharing, have become integral to modern communication, boasting billions of global users. This surge in social media usage has led to the development of content moderation solutions, essential for ensuring adherence to community guidelines and policies, and curbing the dissemination of harmful content such as hate speech, fake news, and graphic violence. Notably, as of January 2022, there were 4.55 billion active social media users globally, reflecting a 9.9 percent increase from 2021, according to reports from Search Engine Journal. The substantial user bases on leading platforms such as Facebook, YouTube, and WhatsApp further emphasize the pivotal role of social networking platforms in propelling the content moderation solutions market.
The burgeoning e-commerce sector is anticipated to significantly propel the expansion of the content moderation solutions market in the foreseeable future. E-commerce, denoting electronic commerce, encompasses the online buying and selling of goods and services. Within the e-commerce domain, transactions are pivotal. Content moderation solutions employed in e-commerce play a crucial role in ensuring a secure and positive online environment for users, safeguarding brand reputations, and adhering to legal regulations. Notably, in August 2023, as per data from the United States Census Bureau, a government agency in the US, the estimated growth of e-commerce in the second quarter of 2023 marked a 7.5% increase compared to the same period in 2022. In contrast, overall retail sales saw a modest 0.6% rise. Online stores accounted for 15.4% of all sales in the second quarter of 2023. Consequently, the escalating e-commerce industry stands as a key driver behind the flourishing content moderation solutions market.
The content moderation solutions market is witnessing a prominent trend driven by technological advancements, with major companies actively engaging in innovation to maintain their market positions. Notably, in December 2022, Meta Platforms Inc., a leading US-based multinational technology company, introduced the Hasher-Matcher-Actioner (HMA) software tool designed to combat various forms of inappropriate content, including terrorist content and child exploitation. This tool facilitates individuals reporting photos and videos that violate laws and regulations, ensuring websites remain free of improper information. Moreover, HMA assigns a distinctive hash or fingerprint to each stored piece of material, allowing businesses to build and utilize their databases-a particularly beneficial feature for smaller enterprises with limited resources.
Key players in the content moderation solutions market are placing a strong emphasis on leveraging innovative AI technologies, such as AI data solutions, to address the increasing demand for effective content moderation. Notably, iMerit., a US-based AI data solutions company, unveiled an AI data solution for content moderation and community management in the video game industry in March 2023. This development has the potential to enhance the online gaming experience by creating safer and more inclusive environments. The success of this solution hinges on its efficacy, scalability, and ethical implementation.
In October 2021, Microsoft Corporation., a major US-based multinational technology company, acquired Two Hat Security Ltd., a Canada-based software company specializing in content moderation solutions and protection measures for online communities. This acquisition aims to bolster Microsoft's content moderation capabilities across all its products and services by leveraging advanced technology, extensive research capabilities, a highly skilled workforce, and robust cloud infrastructure.
Major companies operating in the content moderation solutions market report are Alphabet Inc., Microsoft Corporation, Accenture plc, Amazon Web Services Inc., Besedo Ltd., Open Access BPO, Clarifai Inc., Cogito Tech LLC, Appen Limited, Alegion Inc., Alibaba Group Holding Limited, Genpact Limited, International Business Machines Corporation, Sutherland Global Services Inc., Concentrix Corporation, Facebook Inc., OpenAI LP, Two Hat Security Ltd., WebPurify Inc., Sift Inc., Ahrefs Pte. Ltd., MaxMind Inc., Honeycomb Archive Inc., NeuraFlash, Arkose Labs Inc., CleanSpeak by Inversoft, Yonder, Content Moderator by Microsoft Azure, Bespoken AI, Hive Moderation
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the content moderation solutions market in 2023. The regions covered in the content moderation solutions market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the content moderation solutions market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain
The content moderation solutions market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as monitoring, assessing, filtering contents, detecting, evaluating, and workflow customization services. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.