Meta’s Misinformation Gamble: Who’s Checking Now? | Commercial Awareness Compass #9

Meta is ending its third-party fact-checking programme in the United States, opting instead for user-led flagging of misinformation. Could a looser approach boost free speech, or open a floodgate of unchecked content? Platforms like Facebook and Instagram still face tighter rules in the UK, creating policy clashes that complicate cross-border operations.

Will US-based decisions echo globally and shift the way businesses handle digital risks? Lawyers advising tech clients face a dual challenge: compliance with national regulations and managing reputational fallout. This story reveals how quickly content rules evolve—and how law firms respond.

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