Rohingya Refugees vs. Meta: The Battle Against Online Hate

This chapter examines the legal actions by Rohingya refugees against Meta for its inadequate moderation of hate speech during the 2017 Myanmar military crackdown. It reveals the devastating impact of online rhetoric on vulnerable communities and critiques Meta's content moderation strategies, including a controversial shift to community notes that may exacerbate misinformation. The discussion also highlights the broader implications of these policies on user safety, democracy, and the potential ramifications for advertisers on the platform.