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Facebook takes down fake accounts boosting Russian disinformation in Ukraine
Facebook has taken down a network of fake accounts attempting to spread Russian disinformation in Ukraine. T
EU to ban Russian state-backed media outlets RT and Sputnik
In a decision that could have a significant impact on how companies like YouTube moderate their platforms, the European Union announced it plans to ban Russian state media organizations.
YouTube blocks RT and other Russian channels from generating ad revenue
YouTube has temporarily barred Russia Today (RT) and a handful of other Russian channels from earning ad revenue.
Discord's new policies ban dangerous health misinformation
Discord's new community policies include a ban on misinformation that threatens public health.
Facebook failed to spot climate misinformation from some of its worst denialist offenders
Last year the company promised to attach informational labels to some climate content.
Whistleblower group says Meta misled investors over misinformation
It's been accused of making 'material misrepresentations' of efforts to fight climate change and COVID-19 misinformation.
Spotify’s problems are bigger than Joe Rogan
Spotify's lack of transparency is why the company’s current issues are much bigger than one massively popular creator.
Spotify CEO apologizes to staff, but won’t back down over Joe Rogan stance
Spotify CEO Daniel Ek has apologized to staff for the backlash over Joe Rogan's podcasts, but won't remove Rogan or misinformation.
In the Joe Rogan debate, Spotify is acting like a spectator rather than a player
As Spotify weathers backlash from the Joe Rogan dustup, it's clear the company is uninterested in the responsibility that comes with publishing controversial content.
Spotify's 'Science VS' podcast will only fact-check misinformation being spread on Spotify
The show's host and editor said Spotify's support of Joe Rogan 'felt like a slap in the face.'
Joe Rogan apologizes to Spotify over backlash and promises to 'balance things out'
Shortly after Spotify announced that it would add a 'content advisory' to COVID-19 podcast episodes, Joe Rogan has issued his own response to the controversy.
Spotify will add a ‘content advisory’ to COVID-19 podcast episodes
Following days of controversy stemming from Spotify’s handling of allegations that Joe Rogan has used the platform to spread COVID-19 misinformation, the company said on Sunday it would take new measures to point its users to accurate information about the pandemic.
Brené Brown says she's pausing her Spotify-exclusive podcast
Brené Brown is pausing her popular Spotify podcasts right as artists are leaving the service over Joe Rogan's COVID-19 misinformation.
Twitter's misinformation policy doesn't cover the 2020 elections anymore
Twitter hasn't been taking action on tweets spreading misinformation about the 2020 US elections since March 2021.
Fox News host Dan Bongino earned himself a Google Ads ban too
Days after he was permanently banned from YouTube, Dan Bongino has also lost his ability to earn revenue from Google ads.
Spotify will remove Neil Young music following Joe Rogan dispute
Spotify is removing Neil Young's music after the artist gave an ultimatum over Joe Rogan's vaccine misinformation.
YouTube bans Fox News host Dan Bongino for evading suspension
Fox News host Dan Bongino is no longer welcome on YouTube.
Neil Young threatens to quit Spotify over Joe Rogan vaccine misinformation
Canadian musician Neil Young is not pleased to be sharing Spotify's platform with podcast star Joe Rogan.
Twitter expands misinformation reporting to three more countries
Twitter has expanded its misinformation reporting tool to Brazil, Spain and the Philippines.
Fox News host Dan Bongino suspended on YouTube over COVID-19 misinformation
Bongino was suspended after claiming masks are useless in preventing the spread of COVID-19.