Meta is set to test a new crowdsourced fact-checking feature, “Community Notes,” using an open-source algorithm from Elon Musk’s X. This move replaces Meta’s previous reliance on third-party fact-checkers, which faced criticism for alleged bias.
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The decision aligns with a broader shift in Big Tech toward conservative voices, particularly under Trump’s administration. While conservatives welcome the change, misinformation experts worry it could amplify fake news. Meta says it will refine the system based on real-world feedback.