What happens when innovation meets regulation?
Recently, Google informed the EU it won’t incorporate fact checks into search results or YouTube rankings, defying the new EU Disinformation Code of Practice.
Why?
According to Google, such integrations “aren’t appropriate or effective” for their platforms. Instead, they’re doubling down on existing measures like AI disclosures and tools like SynthID.
The debate highlights a broader tension:
• Can platforms maintain openness without amplifying misinformation?
• Should governments enforce moderation practices for global tech giants?
Google isn’t alone in pushing back:
Meta has reduced its fact-checking efforts, and X (formerly Twitter) has significantly scaled down content moderation under Elon Musk.
As the EU’s Digital Services Act takes effect, we’re witnessing a pivotal moment for tech, trust, and transparency.
What’s your take on this? Should platforms like Google adapt to regional regulations—or stay the course with their global strategies?