Meta Faces Pressure on Content Moderation Practices in Israel-Palestine Discourse
In a landscape where social media platforms grapple with the nuances of content moderation, Meta Platforms Inc. has found itself at a crossroads regarding the phrase “From the river to the sea.” This expression, frequently heard during pro-Palestinian demonstrations, encapsulates…
Meta's Oversight Board Rules on Content Moderation in Venezuela Amidst Post-Election Crisis
In a significant ruling, Meta’s Oversight Board has addressed the company’s content moderation policies in Venezuela during a turbulent period marked by political unrest and violent crackdowns following contested elections. The decision sheds light on how social media platforms navigate…
Musk’s X Wins Court Battle Against California’s Social Media Law
Elon Musk’s social media platform, X, recently achieved a significant legal victory after a U.S. appeals court partially struck down key aspects of a California law that aimed to regulate content moderation practices among social media companies. This ruling not…
Chinese Influence Campaign Targets US Election
A recent study by intelligence firm Graphika has uncovered a Chinese social media campaign aimed at manipulating U.S. voters ahead of the November 5 presidential election. This operation, part of a broader initiative labeled ‘Spamouflage’ or ‘Dragonbridge,’ has been characterized…
Nepal Lifts TikTok Ban: A Case Study in Digital Governance
Nepal recently announced the lifting of its nine-month ban on TikTok, marking a significant moment in the balance between digital governance and user freedom. This decision, driven by public protests and economic concerns, highlights broader themes of content regulation and…
