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EU presses Meta on plans after disinformation tracker axed
Economic Times
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11m ago
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The European Union has formally requested Meta (formerly Facebook) to provide details on how it plans to ensure transparency after scrapping the CrowdTangle tool, which tracks disinformation online. Meta's decision to shut down the tool has drawn criticism, as it is considered crucial for tracking viral falsehoods, especially during major election campaigns. The EU's request was made under the Digital Services Act, a new law aimed at tackling illegal content online. Meta has until September 6th to provide information on its alternative platforms for researchers and its plans to update election monitoring functionalities.
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Meta to halt political advertising in EU from October, blames EU rules - The Economic Times
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16d ago
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Meta Platforms will halt political, election, and social issue advertising in the EU from early October, citing legal uncertainties due to new EU rules targeting transparency in political advertising. These regulations, effective October 10, demand clear labeling of political ads or face fines. This move aligns with Google’s similar decision and highlights Big Tech’s resistance to EU regulations meant to combat disinformation and increase accountability. EU legislation also probes companies like Meta for compliance under the Digital Services Act.
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Facebook, TikTok harden EU commitment to tackle disinformation but not X
Economic Times
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5m ago
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Digital platforms like Facebook and TikTok have pledged to combat disinformation under an EU code of conduct, aligning with the Digital Services Act's (DSA) requirements. However, Elon Musk’s platform X, previously Twitter, is not among the 42 platforms committed, after exiting the code in 2023. The DSA enforces content moderation across digital firms to protect users from manipulation. Although Meta is part of the code, tensions remain between big tech, EU regulations, and the new US administration.
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EU, India explore cooperation in combatting online disinformation
Economic Times
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1y ago
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Over 35 EU and Indian experts are coming together in Delhi to discuss security and policy aspects of combating online disinformation campaigns. The aim is to share best practices and compare notes on countering disinformation. The event, titled 'Combatting disinformation online: EU and Indian perspectives', is organized by the EU-funded project Enhancing Security Cooperation In and With Asia (ESIWA) and the Observer Research Foundation (ORF). Participants will discuss foreign policy responses to disinformation and emphasize the role of civil society in addressing online disinformation.
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Resist Russian disinformation as elections loom, EU tells Big Tech
Economic Times
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1y ago
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The European Commission has urged tech giants like Google, Microsoft, Meta Platforms, and TikTok to take stronger action against Russian disinformation campaigns ahead of upcoming elections in Europe. Concerns have grown regarding the spread of fake news and disinformation ahead of parliamentary elections in Slovakia and Poland, as well as the European Parliament elections next year. The companies have submitted data on their efforts to combat fake news under the EU code of practice on disinformation. The call comes as Russia continues to engage in information warfare, polluting the information space with half-truths and lies.
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Elon Musk's X is the biggest purveyor of disinformation, EU official says
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
According to a European Union official, Elon Musk's platform X (formerly Twitter) is the largest source of fake news. The official urged Musk to comply with EU laws aimed at combating disinformation. Other platforms like Google, TikTok, Microsoft, and Meta also need to do more to tackle disinformation, particularly from Russia. The European Commission has called for big online platforms to address the risk of online meddling ahead of upcoming elections in several European countries. Twitter dropped out of the EU's Code of Practice on Disinformation, but they are still subject to the strict Digital Services Act.
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Meta to be hit with first EU antitrust fine for linking Marketplace and Facebook, sources say
Economic Times
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1y ago
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Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, is reportedly facing its first antitrust fine from the European Union (EU). The European Commission is expected to impose the fine after accusing Meta of unfairly bundling its classified ads service, Facebook Marketplace, with its social network. The EU also alleges that Meta abused its dominant position by imposing unfair trading conditions on competing online classified ads services. The fine could potentially be around $13.4 billion, representing 10% of Meta's global revenue for 2023. The EU is likely to make its decision in September or October. Meta has denied the claims.
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Meta says will appeal 'unlawful' EU fine - The Economic Times
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1m ago
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Meta plans to appeal a 200-million-euro fine imposed by the EU, which alleges Meta violated digital competition rules with its "pay or consent" system that uses personal data on Facebook and Instagram. The EU's April decision claimed the system did not offer a non-personalized option, breaching the Digital Markets Act. Meta argues the ruling is incorrect, citing a 2023 EU court judgment supporting subscription models as valid user choices.
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EU queries X over cut to content moderation resources
Economic Times
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1y ago
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The EU has demanded that digital platform X explain its reduction in content moderation resources, citing concerns over disinformation ahead of the European elections. The European Commission wants more information on X's content moderation activities and resources after a transparency report revealed a nearly 20% reduction in its team of content moderators since October 2023. The EU is also seeking details on risk assessments and measures related to the impact of generative AI tools on electoral processes. This request serves as a warning as X introduces its Grok chatbot, which has already faced reports of blunders and misinformation.
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EU antitrust chief says Trump has upended Europe-US relations
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5m ago
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The EU's competition chief criticized former US President Trump's approach, saying it strained EU-US relations and urged Brussels to focus on stability. Despite the critique of Trump's policies and tariffs, the EU remains committed to its principles, values, and laws. The EU plans to make significant regulatory decisions on tech giants Apple and Meta, amidst ongoing trade tensions. The EU seeks a predictable and stable business environment, contrary to the unpredictability perceived from Trump's administration.
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Advocacy group threatens Meta with injunction over use of EU data for AI training
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2m ago
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Austrian advocacy group NOYB plans legal action against Meta over its use of personal data from European Instagram and Facebook users to train AI models, potentially leading to billion-euro damages. Meta claims a legitimate interest under EU rules, allowing data usage unless users opt out. NOYB challenges this reasoning, citing privacy concerns and urging Meta to seek explicit consent instead. A potential injunction could involve collective lawsuits under EU law.
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