When online antisemitism goes viral, it frequently spreads through the use of codes and emojis. For instance, Holocaust denial is cloaked in numerical codes, while the alleged Jewish global conspiracy is depicted in memes. What may appear at first glance to be merely disturbing humor actually points to a profound underlying dynamic—one that requires contextual knowledge of digital cultures to be fully understood. This session illustrates how these dynamics manifest specifically on TikTok. Based on an analysis of 20,093 TikTok posts from 2025 and 2026, this session’s host examines the specific forms in which antisemitism is articulated on the platform. Particular attention is paid to the inherent ambiguity of this communication, as much of the content allows for multiple interpretations—thereby posing a significant challenge to prevention efforts.
