Facebook Tries to Get a Handle on Fake News

The transcript discusses Facebook's ongoing struggle with fake news, highlighting the company's current reliance on manual fact-checking processes and the challenges of implementing effective technological solutions. It explores the potential consequences for Facebook, including impacts on revenue and user growth, and the company's reluctance to become a media arbiter. The transcript also addresses the use of fake news as a tool for political propaganda, particularly in the context of the US presidential election and foreign interference. Finally, it covers Facebook's response to criticism and its evolving stance on its responsibility in distributing information.

In what ways has the investigation into Russian interference highlighted the issue of fake news?

What responsibilities does Facebook have regarding the distribution of information on its platform?