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Mark Zuckerberg has announced that Meta will replace its traditional fact-checking system with a new approach, introducing community notes similar to those used on X, as reported by Fox News.  This shift reflects Zuckerberg's commitment to enhancing free expression on Facebook and Instagram, emphasising greater user participation in content moderation.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced that the company will focus on simplifying policies and restoring free expression on its platforms. Specifically, Meta will replace fact-checkers with a Community Notes system similar to X, starting in the US.

"We’re going to get back to our roots and focus on reducing mistakes, simplifying our policies and restoring free expression on our platforms," Zuckerberg said in a video posted Tuesday morning. 

Community Notes will enable users to add context to misleading posts, promoting a collaborative approach to tackling misinformation. This feature encourages constructive conversations and provides additional information to help users better understand complex issues.

Zuckerberg Announces Meta's Return To ‘Roots’

In the video, Zuckerberg furtherstated that Meta will return to its "roots" by simplifying policies and prioritising free expression. He noted that the recent US elections marked a shift towards valuing speech again. Zuckerberg acknowledged that the focus on online content's potential harms led to overly complex moderation systems, resulting in mistakes and excessive censorship.

Kaplan, a prominent Republican recently appointed to a top policy role, acknowledged that Tuesday's announcement reflects changes under the new administration. He noted that societal and political pressure over the past four years pushed for more content moderation and censorship. With the new administration and president, who are strong defenders of free expression, he sees an opportunity for change.

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