Brazilian officials also ask tech giant to clarify whether it intends to implement changes in country within 30 days

Summary

Brazil criticized Meta’s decision to end factchecking in the U.S., with Communication Minister Sidonio Palmeira calling it harmful to democracy due to unchecked misinformation.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg plans to replace factchecking with “community notes,” sparking global concerns about misinformation.

Brazil’s public prosecutor has demanded clarification within 30 days on whether these changes will extend to Brazil.

President Lula emphasized the dangers of disinformation and vowed to combat hate speech, recalling Brazil’s strong stance on regulating social media, including past actions against Twitter/X for noncompliance.

  • kubok@fedia.io
    15·
    1 day ago

    The Brazilians know what they are talking about. It may be a good idea for the US to listen to some advice for a change.