Debate Should social media platforms be held responsible for the spread of misinformation?

[Shortie's iconShortie]

Social media plays a big part in people's lives online nowadays and whilst years back, you could get away with a lot online, it is not so easy anymore with consequences given if you are caught doing something you shouldn't be. This includes the spreading of misinformation.

Do you feel social media platforms should be held responsible for the spread of misinformation on their social media platforms?

 

[Kennysplash]

Indeed social media is responsible for the spread of false rumors and information. At this point no one should believe totally what is on there without proper research on their end.
What is also more concerning is that there are little ways you can make people responsible for their actions online.

 

[Shortie's iconShortie]

Indeed social media is responsible for the spread of false rumors and information. At this point no one should believe totally what is on there without proper research on their end.
What is also more concerning is that there are little ways you can make people responsible for their actions online.

This is very true; there is not enough in place to punish those who do things online that should be punished, specifically bullying and spreading misinformation.

You hear of laws in place, but unless they are made aware of what is happening online to be able to punish them, it goes unnoticed and they get away with it.

 

[Nomad]

Yes, social media platforms should be held responsible for the spread of misinformation. Since they are the platform provider, they should take proactive steps to control fake information.