Tech Giants Backing Away from Fact-Checking
Google’s decision follows a larger trend in the industry.
Last week, Meta announced it would end its fact-checking program on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads and shift to a crowdsourced model like X’s (formerly Twitter) Community Notes.
Elon Musk has drastically reduced moderation efforts on X since buying the platform in 2022.
What It Means
As platforms like Google and Meta move away from active fact-checking, concerns are growing about how misinformation will spread—especially during elections.
While tech companies say transparency tools and user-driven features are enough, critics argue they’re not doing enough to combat disinformation.
Google’s pushback signals a growing divide between regulators and platforms over how to manage harmful content.
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