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What Meta Wants From Donald Trump ft. Jason Koebler
Jan 17, 2025
Jason Koebler, co-founder of 404 Media and co-host of the 404 Media Podcast, dives deep into Meta’s evolving relationship with Donald Trump. He highlights the implications of the possible TikTok ban and how it reflects broader issues of censorship. The conversation critiques Meta's monopolistic practices and the challenges of creating decentralized alternatives. Koebler also discusses the right to repair movement and the impact of AI expansions on technology and privacy, revealing the intricate balance between innovation and regulation.
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- Meta faces significant scrutiny over its inconsistent content moderation practices, revealing challenges in transparency amid political influences and user expectations.
- The potential TikTok ban raises critical questions about competitive practices, especially regarding Meta's lobbying efforts and its alignment with conservative politics to undermine competitors.
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Meta's Ongoing Issues with Censorship
The discussion centers around Meta's struggles with censorship and content moderation, particularly in relation to articles published by 404 Media. Notably, certain posts regarding censorship of trans influencers on Instagram were deleted, highlighting inconsistencies in Meta's own moderation practices. Jason Kevlar emphasizes that while some articles faced quick deletions on Facebook, there were different outcomes on platforms like Threads and Instagram. This reflects the challenges in understanding how Meta's content moderation systems interact, complicating transparency and accountability.
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