Can Facebook be Regulated?

The transcript discusses Facebook's internal challenges, including the balance between safety and profit, and the impact of Francis Haugen's testimony. It highlights governance and regulation issues, especially concerning free speech and competition. The global disparities in Facebook's operations, particularly in non-English languages, are also addressed. The future of Facebook is considered in light of upcoming regulations like the EU's Digital Services Act.

What is one of the main challenges faced by Facebook employees who want to address platform harms?

• Fear of journalistic exposure

• Insufficient funding

• Lack of technical skills

• Limited access to data

According to Frances Haugen, what is Facebook trapped in?

• A legal battle

• A financial crisis

• A feedback loop

• A cycle of innovation

What does the term 'banality of hubris' refer to in the context of Facebook's issues?

• The complexity of Facebook's algorithms

• The predictable nature of Facebook's problems

• The innovative culture at Facebook

• The financial success of Facebook

Why is it challenging for Facebook to regulate all online speech effectively?

• Lack of interest from users

• Technical limitations of the platform

• Disagreements on what constitutes harmful speech

• Insufficient government support

What is one potential approach to address content issues on Facebook without direct speech regulation?

• Increasing advertising revenue

• Enhancing user control over data

• Hiring more moderators

• Reducing platform features

What major law is the EU passing that will affect Facebook's content moderation practices?

• The Digital Services Act

• The Online Safety Bill

• The Internet Freedom Act

• The Privacy Protection Act

What issue does Frances Haugen highlight regarding Facebook's technology in non-English languages?

• It is equally effective

• It is particularly ineffective

• It is more advanced than in English

• It is not used at all