The initial optimism surrounding social media, especially during the Arab Spring, has shifted due to its influence on destabilizing domestic political processes. The perception of social media has changed from being a tool for positive social change to one that requires regulation. Consequently, the shift towards regulating public speech through social media is deemed legitimate, leading to the potential implementation of a social credit score system. This transformation raises the question of whether alternative technologies or approaches can redefine the role of social media and shape a different, more beneficial future.

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