EU Regulators to Big Tech: Remove Terrorist Content in 1 Hour

The transcript discusses the increasing pressure on social media companies like Facebook and YouTube to remove illegal content quickly. Governments, particularly in the EU, have been pushing for faster removal times, with some suggesting content be taken down within an hour. This has raised concerns about the potential impact on free speech and the challenges companies face in meeting these demands. Digital rights groups argue that such measures could lead to over-censorship.

What strategy have social media companies employed to tackle illegal content more efficiently?

• Increasing advertisement revenue

• Using AI and expanding teams

• Hiring more content creators

• Reducing the number of users

What consequence did Germany propose for social media companies failing to remove illegal content within 24 hours?

• Banning the platform

• Reducing their market share

• Imposing a fine of up to €50 million

• Increasing their taxes

What was the UK Prime Minister's demand regarding the removal of illegal content?

• Removal within 24 hours

• Removal within 2 hours

• Removal within 48 hours

• Removal within 12 hours

What is a major concern raised by digital rights groups regarding the rapid removal of content?

• Increased advertising

• Higher operational costs

• Loss of user data

• Over-censorship and impact on free speech

What role are Facebook and Google being asked to play in Europe according to digital rights groups?

• Censors of free speech

• Marketing experts

• Financial advisors

• Content creators