Google, Facebook and Twitter Under Political Pressure

The video discusses the challenges faced by Google, Facebook, and Twitter as they address their roles in the spread of political ads that may have influenced the US presidential election. These companies are preparing to testify before Congress, explaining their advertising platforms' automatic nature. Facebook, in particular, is concerned about public perception and is actively communicating its stance. The video also highlights warnings about the potential impact on free speech if these platforms are asked to automatically fix such issues.

What challenges are the three companies facing regarding their cooperation and responsibility?

How did Russia allegedly use social media platforms during the US presidential election?

What concerns do Facebook executives have about public perception?

What warning did Alex Stamos give regarding the expectations placed on Facebook?

What are the implications of asking social media companies to automatically fix issues related to free speech?