Mark Zuckerberg has announced the dismissal of US fact-checkers at Meta, signaling a decline in moderation of disinformation.
This decision aims to enhance user engagement by fostering an environment where extreme and misleading content thrives.
Studies indicate that false posts spread significantly faster than true ones, contributing to Meta's revenue through increased advertisement interactions.
Experts warn that without the checks on false information, platforms like Facebook and Instagram could become flooded with fake news.
Meta's policy shift may be influenced by the upcoming Trump administration and echoes similar moves made by Elon Musk with X (formerly Twitter).
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