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Krebs Stamos Group - Chris Krebs, Color Of Change - Rashad Robinson, Quadrivium - Kathryn Murdoch
Experts from krebs stamos group, color of change, and quadrivium discuss the spread of disinformation, its consequences, and the need for a coherent strategy to combat it, emphasizing transparency, accountability, and government regulation.
- Some speakers emphasize the importance of government regulation to combat disinformation and misinformation, suggesting that the industry is unlikely to self-correct without external pressure.
- There is a need for a coherent strategy for understanding and countering disinformation, and for greater transparency in social media platforms’ algorithms and moderation practices.
- The Federal Trade Commission and Federal Communications Commission are seen as having a role to play in regulating disinformation, but there is a risk that these agencies will be ineffective or slow to act.
- There are concerns about the impact of disinformation on democracy and civic processes, particularly in the US.
- The spread of disinformation can have serious consequences, including meddlesome influences, fake news, and the potential for harm to individuals and communities.
- Transparency and accountability are essential in addressing disinformation, and may require technological solutions, regulatory measures, and civil society engagement.
- Restructuring the incentives and profit motives behind the spread of disinformation will be crucial in reducing its impact.
- The importance of fact-checking, media literacy, and critical thinking in combatting disinformation cannot be overstated.
- The role of the government in promoting and protecting democracy is seen as important, and may require a collaborative effort with civil society and the private sector.
- Disinformation can have serious consequences for civic engagement and the functioning of democratic processes, and requires a sustained effort to combat it.