What Next | Daily News and Analysis TBD | Zuckerberg and the Post-Factcheck Era
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Mar 9, 2025 Craig Silverman, a technology reporter for ProPublica known for his investigative work on online manipulation, joins the discussion on Facebook's shift in policy. They dive into Meta's decision to drop fact-checkers, raising concerns about the prevalence of misinformation as sensational content thrives. Silverman explores the potential of crowdsourced fact-checking and its challenges, while addressing the pressing issue of child safety on social media. The conversation highlights the broader implications of prioritizing attention over accuracy in the digital age.
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ICE Bounty Hoax
- A false post about ICE offering bounties for undocumented immigrants spread on Facebook and Instagram after Trump's inauguration.
- Fact-checkers debunked this, but it still gained traction, demonstrating misinformation's power.
Misinformation Incentives
- Meta is ending its fact-checking program and expanding content monetization based on reach.
- This combination might incentivize misinformation spread.
Content Farms
- Before 2016, content farms profited from fabricated articles shared widely on Facebook.
- Craig Silverman's research revealed how outrageous, partisan, and scary content thrived due to a lack of moderation.