Social Media Platforms Have a Tough Task Combating Coronavirus Misinformation
Facebook, Twitter and others are limiting employee travel—and trying to stop the flow of misinformation on their platforms.
Many of the largest social media companies are grappling with misinformation surrounding the coronavirus outbreak.
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Key Insights:
- The largest social media companies have personal and professional concerns.
- Russian accounts and Chinese censorship are acting similarly to what's seen around elections.
- But the incentives on social media don't always reward the most accurate information.
As the coronavirus outbreak continues to spread, many of the largest companies in Silicon Valley have had to think not only about the health of their employees but also the health of their platforms.
