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Facebook says it removed 4.7 million posts connected to hate organisations in Q1 2020
• 5 years agoThe company also said it put warning labels on about 50 million pieces of content related to COVID-19.
Facebook says it dismantles disinformation network tied to Iran's state media
• 5 years agoFacebook said it had removed eight networks in recent weeks, including one with links to the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting Corporation.
Coronavirus Outbreak: India asks TikTok, Facebook to remove users spreading misinformation
• 5 years agoA pattern of targeted disinformation on TikTok and Facebook was recently reported by a digital analytics firm in Delhi.
Facebook's steps to fight 'deepfake' videos are not adequate: US lawmakers
• 5 years agoFacebook has been criticised over its content policies by politicians across the spectrum.
Facebook removes fake accounts from Russia, Iran that were spreading misinformation
Tech2 News Staff • 5 years agoFacebook identified and removed 93 Facebook accounts, 17 Pages and four Instagram accounts for engaging in coordinated inauthentic behavior.
A Facebook oversight board to soon decide what material belongs on the platform
• 5 years agoThe oversight board's rulings will be binding in individual cases, but broader policy findings will be advisory.
Facebook India head says WhatsApp Payments could be disruptive in the country: Report
Tech2 News Staff • 5 years agoWhatsApp is waiting for regulatory approval to launch Payments that’s currently on a pilot program
Facebook fact-checker says company must share more data to fight misinformation
• 6 years agoFacebook's third-party fact-checking partner has urged Facebook to provide more data on how flagged content is shared over time.