Economist Podcasts Not everything in moderation: Twitter v Facebook
Jun 5, 2020
Ludwig Ziegler, U.S. technology editor for The Economist, dives into the contrasting business models of Twitter and Facebook, revealing how these differences shape their unique content moderation strategies. He highlights Twitter's decisive approach compared to Facebook's focus on free expression, influenced by regulatory frameworks like Section 230. The discussion also touches on political turbulence in France, with Emmanuel Macron facing dissent, and the emerging contributions of nurses in literature, showcasing their voices from the frontline.
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Differing Business Models of Social Media Platforms
- Twitter and Facebook, while seemingly similar, have distinct business models.
- These differences significantly influence their content moderation approaches.
Monopoly and Content Moderation
- Twitter, being less of a monopoly, has more freedom in content moderation than Facebook.
- Facebook's dominance makes it more politically vulnerable, requiring greater caution.
Trump's Executive Order
- Trump signed an executive order targeting social media's Section 230 exemption.
- This followed Twitter's actions on his tweets, raising concerns about neutrality and liability.
