There is plenty they could do. Just today it’s been reported that Facebook themselves “have compelling evidence that our core product mechanics, such as vitality, recommendations, and optimizing for engagement, are a significant part of why [hate] speech flourish[es] on the platform”[0]
FB doesn’t need to shut down, they just need to give a fuck about the safety of their users and the societies in which they live.
It’s been evident to anyone who cares to look that this has not been the case.
FB doesn’t need to shut down, they just need to give a fuck about the safety of their users and the societies in which they live.
It’s been evident to anyone who cares to look that this has not been the case.
[0] “Facebook admits site appears hardwired for misinformation, memo reveals” https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2021/oct/25/facebook-...