In an effort to combat the spread of contentious content, Meta has implemented a proactive measure on its newest application by blocking "potentially sensitive" keywords.
This approach includes terms related to the pandemic, such as "coronavirus" and "covid-19," as well as keywords indicating inappropriate content.
The temporary blocking of search results for these keywords aims to prevent the dissemination of misleading information.
Meta's decision reflects a departure from their previous strategies, where interventions were usually limited to terms directly tied to violating content.
While this move demonstrates caution and a desire to learn from past missteps, concerns have been raised regarding potential hurdles in accessing valid information and resources related to COVID-19.
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