Citing American’s free speech protections, the administration said it would not endorse the ‘Christchurch Call,’ which urges major online platforms to eradicate violent and extremist content.
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Facebook Takes Step to Police Content on Its Live Service
When 51 people were killed in New Zealand, the suspect broadcast it live on Facebook. The massacre led to a global call to combat the spread of violent content.
New Zealand Seeks Global Support for Tougher Measures on Online Violence
In the wake of the terrorist attack on Muslim mosques, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is calling for a united effort against the biggest internet companies.
Russia Is Targeting Europe’s Elections. So Are Far-Right Copycats.
Digital fingerprints link pro-Russian and anti-European websites, part of an online ecosystem that is sowing discord ahead of European elections this month.
Now for Sale on Facebook: Looted Middle Eastern Antiquities
Facebook groups offer ancient treasures from Syria, Iraq and other conflict zones, some of which may have been pillaged by Islamic State militants.
Facebook Opens a Command Post to Thwart Election Meddling in Europe
The social network took the wraps off a special operations center in Dublin ahead of this month’s European Union voting.
Sri Lanka’s President Lifts Ban on Social Media
The social media ban in the wake of the Easter attacks reflected global concern about the role the networks play in spreading hate speech and inciting communal violence.
New Zealand and France to Seek Pact Blocking Extreme Online Content
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern of New Zealand said the “call to action” would include “specific expectations on governments and internet companies,” but not new regulations.
The Interpreter: Sri Lanka Blocks Social Media, Fearing More Violence
Sri Lankan officials have a troubled relationship with social media. They have seen firsthand how quickly online hate can turn into deadly violence.
After Social Media Bans, Militant Groups Found Ways to Remain
Hezbollah and other groups classified as terrorist organizations by the United States have changed their social media strategies to stay on Facebook, YouTube and Twitter.