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In this episode, Dr. Alexia Maddox from La Trobe University discusses Meta's recent decision to move away from professional fact-checking towards a community-driven moderation system. She explains how this change could affect information quality on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads, and what it means for users and society.
The conversation explores the timing of this decision, its potential impacts on vulnerable populations, and the broader implications for digital safety and democracy.
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In this episode, we cover:
Meta's shift from professional fact-checking to community moderation represents a significant change in how misinformation will be handled on their platforms
Research suggests that approximately 80% of content sharing occurs before community fact-checking can take effect, potentially allowing misinformation to spread rapidly
The change coincides with broader reductions in content moderation approaches, including those addressing hate speech and harassment
International tensions are emerging as different countries have varying regulations and expectations for social media platforms
The shift may contribute to growing social polarization and reduced access to credible information, particularly affecting marginalized populations
About the Guest:
Alexia is Director of Digital Education and Senior Lecturer in Pedagogy and Education Futures in the School of Education.
Her main academic role is teaching into digital literacies units in the undergraduate and masters programs alongside and supporting students research projects.
She is passionate about student centred learning approaches and supporting students to achieve their learning goals. Alexia is a passionate educator and practices research outreach through community and media engagement. Alexia's disciplinary background is as a sociologist of technology and her research interests include investigating digital frontiers and socio-technical transformation.
Her most recent research draws together insights into emerging technology spaces with immersive environments/sensory experiences and technology trends surrounding artificial intelligence, machine learning, algorithmic processes, Web3, gamification, and play.
She combines a long-term interest in the social impacts of the internet with practical questions about human-technology encounters and how to research them. Alexia has published 17 peer-reviewed journal articles.
Resources and links mentioned in this episode:
Connect with Dr. Alexia Maddox through La Trobe University
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Dr. Alexia Maddox provides an in-depth analysis of Meta's strategic shift away from professional fact-checking. She explains that while professional fact-checkers follow rigorous protocols and standards, community-driven moderation varies widely in quality and timeliness. The discussion explores how this change, combined with reduced content moderation overall, could impact vulnerable populations and the spread of misinformation.
The interview delves into international regulatory challenges, with Dr. Maddox highlighting tensions between US-based tech companies and other jurisdictions like the European Union and Australia. She discusses how this move signals a broader cultural shift, potentially leading to more permissive online environments and reduced user protections.
The conversation concludes with concerns about long-term societal impacts, including the potential proliferation of conspiracy theories and decreased trust in traditional information sources, especially in the context of growing AI-generated content.
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