Twitter Considering New Methods To Curb Misinformation

Twitter Considering New Methods To Curb Misinformation

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Twitter is exploring ways to combat misinformation, including a labeling system for tweets from public figures that are deemed misleading. This system would use badges and corrected information from verified sources. A community reports feature would allow users to earn points by providing context, enhancing their credibility. Twitter is testing various options and has not set a timeline for implementation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the proposed methods Twitter is considering to tackle misinformation?

A labeling system for tweets

Deleting misleading tweets

Limiting tweet visibility

Banning users who spread misinformation

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of verified fact-checkers in the proposed system?

To delete misleading tweets

To provide corrected information

To promote accurate tweets

To ban users spreading misinformation

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the community reports feature work?

Users earn points by providing context and fact-checking

Users can report tweets directly to Twitter

Users can delete misleading tweets

Users can block misinformation

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of earning points in the community reports feature?

To gain more followers

To increase credibility in identifying misinformation

To unlock special Twitter features

To get verified on Twitter

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Twitter say about the timeline for implementing new features?

They have a set timeline

They will implement features next year

There is no set timeline

Features will be implemented next month