Facebook Papers show racist hate speech overtaking platform
- whytheracecardisplayed
- Nov 1, 2021
- 1 min read
Updated: Aug 6, 2024
The Facebook Papers have revealed concerning insights about the social media giant’s handling of harmful content. Here are some key revelations:
Moderation Challenges in Developing Countries:
Hate speech and disinformation are worse in the developing world, where content moderation is often weaker.
In India, Facebook struggled due to a lack of resources and expertise in the country’s 22 officially recognized languages. This left the platform unable to address anti-Muslim posts and fake accounts tied to political figures.
Facebook AI Challenges with Non-English Languages:
Facebook’s algorithm mistakenly banned a hashtag related to the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem because it confused it with a militant group. This highlights the platform’s struggles with non-English languages.
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