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Zuckerberg's Meta to Cease Fact-Checking, Amplifying Disinformation

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Zuckerberg's Meta to Cease Fact-Checking, Amplifying Disinformation

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  • Mark Zuckerberg declared that Facebook and Instagram will no longer engage in fact-checking, citing a push for "free speech."
  • This shift is perceived as a move to normalize disinformation, aligning with Trump’s controversial rhetoric regarding facts.
  • Meta plans to adopt a model similar to X's community notes, which has been criticized for inadequately managing false claims.
  • Experts warn that this decision will likely increase the spread of MAGA disinformation further, potentially harming public discourse.
  • Zuckerberg’s announcement raises concerns about the ethical implications of promoting falsehoods in a platform already fraught with misinformation.

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