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Meta Discontinues Fact-Checking Program Amid Shift Toward Free Speech

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Meta Discontinues Fact-Checking Program Amid Shift Toward Free Speech

Credited from: NYTIMES

  • Meta announced it is ending its long-running fact-checking program, originally aimed at reducing misinformation on its platforms.
  • The decision reflects a shift towards promoting more free speech and reliance on users to address false information.
  • CEO Mark Zuckerberg stated the changes were necessary to return to the company's original values.
  • He acknowledged the move could lead to more misinformation appearing, as the platform will catch less harmful content.
  • This transition is seen as an effort to align with the Trump presidency and signals a significant change in Meta's policy approach.

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