Its platform meta will implement radical changes in their restraint system, Replace your equipment Fact checker For a community system Content Verification.
“Now is the time to return to the roots around us Freedom of expression” he announced Mark ZuckerbergThrough a video on his personal Facebook account, the company’s chief executive officer and founder Dr. “We will be replaced Fact checker by Community NotesWe will simplify our policies and focus on reducing errors We look forward to the next chapter.”
The new functionality is Almost identical to the community grading system that has become synonymous (Social networks were known earlier Twitter) since its implementation in 2021. As its name suggests, the feature Allows a community member to add context or clarification In popular messages with the intention of limiting the spread of misinformation.
Zuckerberg admitted he was “inspired” by Elon Musk’s platform and work ethic The popularity of this moderation systemSo they decided Skip its data verification section entirely And leave these functions to the users.
“We’ve built very complex systems to moderate content,” Zuckerberg explained. “But the problem with complex systems is that they make mistakes. Even if they accidentally censor one percent of messages, that’s millions of people. We have reached a point There are many errors and excessive censorship“
They added that, in addition to these changes in network moderation, The platform will remove restrictions on some controversial topics Such as discussions about immigration and gender ideology, which were the target of multiple restrictions due to their controversial nature. Mark Zuckerberg assured that these changes will create a much more inclusive community, much more open to dialogue and discussion.
Through: Facebook
