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How Instagram aims to filter out hate

Instagram has a new feature to filter out hateful comments. The tool uses a type of artificial intelligence called machine learning. A group of about 20 people is now teaching the program what are considered mean or inappropriate posts. CBS News contributor and Wired editor-in-chief Nicholas Thompson sat down with Instagram co-founder and CEO Kevin Systrom for "CBSN: On Assignment." Watch the full report Monday, Aug. 14 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on CBS and CBSN.
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