Meta Ditches Fact-Checking for Community Notes, RedNote and the TikTok Ban

20/01/2025 19 min
Meta Ditches Fact-Checking for Community Notes, RedNote and the TikTok Ban

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode, we explore Meta's recent decision to replace traditional fact-checking with community notes and its potential impact on misinformation. We also discuss the implications of a TikTok ban in the U.S., with users migrating to similar apps like RedNote. The conversation covers the challenges of maintaining reliable information in social media and the shifting landscape of news consumption. Additionally, we delve into issues regarding AI-generated content, privacy concerns with Chinese-owned apps, and the importance of personal responsibility in fact-checking. Show notes: https://sharedsecurity.net/2025/01/20/meta-ditches-fact-checking-for-community-notes-rednote-and-the-tiktok-ban/

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