Meta's New Approach to Content Moderation

Meta has announced significant changes to its content moderation practices, primarily aimed at reducing the suppression of speech on its platforms. CEO Mark Zuckerberg indicated that the previous methods, particularly those relying heavily on fact-checkers, were overly restrictive and did not foster trust among users. As a result, Meta will now require a higher level of confidence before removing content, promoting a system where more user-generated content remains accessible, even if some may be considered harmful. This shift is seen as a response to previous criticisms, including allegations of political bias and excessive censorship during sensitive periods like the pandemic.