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Meta will use fact checkers outside the US ‘for now’
Economic Times
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6m ago
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Meta Platforms Inc. will continue employing fact-checkers outside the US "for now," despite discontinuing this practice domestically. The US will shift to a community notes system, and the company will assess its success before considering changes elsewhere. CEO Mark Zuckerberg cited complexities and mistakes in the existing system as reasons for the change. This move is more challenging outside the US due to stricter misinformation regulations, like the EU's Digital Services Act.
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Google collaborates with fact checkers to weed out misinformation in elections
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Google has announced a collaboration with fact-checkers in India to combat online misinformation and deepfakes ahead of the general elections. Through the partnership, Google will support Shakti, a consortium of news publishers and fact-checkers, in early detection of misinformation by creating a common repository that news publishers can use. The project will focus on connecting independent fact-checkers and Indian language publishers to share fact checks, research resources, and alerts on viral misinformation and deepfakes related to the elections. The Fact-Checking Collective will also provide training in fact-checking methodologies and deepfake detection.
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Meta expanding fact-checking to Threads ahead of US, India elections
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Meta (formerly Facebook) is expanding its fact-checking program to the Threads platform ahead of the US and India general elections next year. Instagram head Adam Mosseri announced the move, stating that the company aims to allow fact-checking partners to review and rate misinformation on Threads independently. Meta recently provided users on Instagram and Facebook with more controls over content sensitivity and fact-checking. The company is extending these controls to Threads, allowing users to choose the default level of demotions for fact-checked content in their feed. Fact-checkers will soon be able to review and rate false content on Threads directly.
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Google Joins Hands With News Publishers To Curb Deepfakes
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
Google has partnered with news publishers and fact-checkers in India to combat the spread of misinformation, including deepfakes, ahead of the country's upcoming elections. The collaboration, known as 'Shakti, India Election Fact-Checking Collective', will create a platform for independent fact-checkers and Indian language publishers to collaborate and share fact checks, research resources, and alerts regarding viral misinformation and deepfakes. The project also aims to offer training in fact-checking methodologies, deepfake detection, and the use of Google tools for verification processes. This initiative aligns with Google's ongoing efforts to combat misinformation and support journalism through various initiatives and funding programs.
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Australia frets over Meta halt to US fact-checking
Economic Times
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7m ago
Medial
Australia is concerned over Meta's decision to end US fact-checking on Facebook and Instagram, fearing increased misinformation. Treasurer Jim Chalmers highlighted the danger to democracy and public mental health. Meta plans to replace fact-checkers with community posts, starting in the U.S. Australia's efforts to curb misinformation include investing in reliable news and implementing social media restrictions. However, Australia's local fact-checking contract remains unaffected by Meta's U.S. change.
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Disinformation experts slam Meta decision to end US fact-checking
Economic Times
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7m ago
Medial
Meta's decision to end its US fact-checking program has sparked strong criticism from disinformation experts who fear it will enable false narratives to proliferate. Meta, led by CEO Mark Zuckerberg, will eliminate third-party fact-checkers, raising concerns over a lack of effective content moderation. Critics argue that relying on community-sourced moderation is inadequate and represents a failure of responsibility. The move is seen by some as a political rather than policy-driven decision, potentially bowing to external pressures.
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Regulating online hate speech 'not censorship': UN rights chief
Economic Times
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7m ago
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The UN rights chief emphasized that regulating hate speech and harmful content online is not censorship, responding to Meta's decision to end its fact-checking program over censorship concerns. Allowing such content can have real-world impacts, and regulation aligns with human rights principles. Meta plans to use community-based posts over fact-checkers. The UN stresses the need for fact-based information on social media to combat misinformation, asserting that accountability in digital spaces promotes trust and protects dignity.
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Meta to start testing crowd-sourced fact checking, based on Musk's X example, next week
Economic Times
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4m ago
Medial
Meta Platforms Inc. is set to test Community Notes, a crowd-sourced fact-checking program, on March 18. This system, initially inspired by Elon Musk’s X, replaces its former fact-checking initiative, halted due to claims of political bias. Critics argue that ending fact-checking lends credibility to misinformation. Community Notes won’t immediately affect post distribution and will need consensus from diverse contributors before publishing. For now, fact checks continue outside the U.S., with global expansion planned.
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Meta to label AI-generated, deepfake content as ‘altered’ as election approaches
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Global social media conglomerate Meta has announced that it will empower fact-checkers to label content generated with artificial intelligence (AI) or deepfake technology as "altered" on its platforms, Facebook and Instagram. The labeled content will appear lower on users' feeds, and its distribution will be reduced. Additionally, Meta will label AI-generated images from various sources and establish an Elections Operations Centre for country-specific mitigation strategies. The move aims to tackle the misuse of deepfakes and AI-generated content, following concerns raised by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi about their potential harm and spread of misinformation.
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Meta launches ‘Know What’s Real’ campaign to combat misinformation
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Social media giant Meta has launched a safety campaign called 'Know What's Real' to raise awareness about built-in safety features on the company's platforms. The campaign aims to educate users on identifying and addressing misinformation on WhatsApp and Instagram, promoting digital best practices and highlighting available safety tools. Meta has invested in programs such as a network of independent fact-checkers and collaboration with the Misinformation Combat Alliance to combat AI-generated misinformation. The company encourages users to verify information, report inauthentic content, and access reliable information through fact-checking organizations.
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Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Meta unveils plan for tackling misinformation
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Meta, the parent company of social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram, has announced initiatives to tackle misinformation and ensure transparency during the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in India. The company will establish an India-specific Elections Operations Centre and collaborate with experts across various domains to identify and address potential threats in real time. Meta will also expand its network of fact-checkers and implement measures to flag and address false claims related to religion. Additionally, the company is working closely with the Election Commission of India to combat unlawful content.
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