Facebook Bolsters Ad Reviews on Russian Influence

The video discusses the influence of social media in the 2016 U.S. presidential election and the challenges of regulating platforms like Facebook and Twitter. Experts highlight the need for self-regulation to prevent fraud and money laundering, comparing social media to financial entities. The discussion also covers potential regulatory measures and the global perspective, particularly Europe's role in regulating U.S. tech companies.

What action did Facebook take in response to the disclosure of Russian efforts to influence the 2016 U.S. presidential election?

• Banned all political ads

• Increased the number of ad reviewers

• Partnered with the U.S. government

• Shut down its platform temporarily

What is a significant challenge for platforms like Facebook and Twitter?

• Increasing user engagement

• Creating new social media trends

• Policing their vast user base

• Developing new technologies

How might social media platforms be treated in the future according to the discussion?

• As financial entities

• As entertainment companies

• As healthcare providers

• As educational institutions

Which region is known for its history of regulating U.S. technology companies?

• Asia

• Africa

• Europe

• South America

What is the main concern when balancing privacy and public good in social media regulation?

• User interface design

• Advertising revenue

• Data privacy

• Content creation