The uncomfortable truth about social media networks
It may be impossible to run an uncensored network while presenting an environment where anyone can feel safe
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A new era of lies: Mark Zuckerberg has just ushered in an extinction-level event for truth on social media | Chris Stokel-Walker
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Algerian social media influencer detained in France accused of calling for attacks
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Biden: New Orleans attacker's social media posts indicated ISIS ties
President Biden on Wednesday said the individual who carried out an attack in New Orleans that killed at least 15 people posted videos on social media hours earlier indicating they were inspired by ...The Hill - Jan. 2 -
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