Category: internet
Google search helps refugees get official answers to their questions
Google is marking World Refugee Day by making it easier for the displaced to get the support they need. It’s working with the UNHCR to show “authoritative” answers in search to questions refugees might have, such as how to qualify for cash assistance… Source
Read More
The North Face pulls Facebook ads over hate and misinformation policies
Criticism of Facebook’s approaches to hate speech and misinformation may hit the social network where it hurts the most: its finances. CNN reports that clothing brand The North Face has become the most recognizable company yet to join an advocacy gro… Source
Read More
Twitter apologizes for lack of accessibility in voice notes
Twitter has promised it will do more to make its feature accessible after widespread criticism of its new voice note feature. The experimental feature, which Twitter said was meant to “add a more human touch” to the service, allows users to tweet voi… Source
Read More
Facebook pulls Trump campaign ads for violating hate speech policy
Facebook has generally refrained from pulling President Trump’s campaign ads, but not today — and it may have sparked a firestorm in the process. The social network has removed ads for Trump (including “Team Trump”) and Vice President Pence after the… Source
Read More
DoJ’s Section 230 proposal seeks more (and less) moderation online
The Justice Department has released its proposal to roll back legal protections provided to internet platforms under Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act. Though largely aimed at platforms like Twitter and Facebook, which have drawn the ire… Source
Read More
Google’s racial equity push includes $175 million for Black businesses
Google’s commitment to supporting the Black community will extend well beyond YouTube’s $100 million fund. Google and Alphabet chief Sundar Pichai has unveiled a racial equity initiative that, among other things, will contribute a total of $175 milli… Source
Read More