Private Messengers Remain a Blind Spot in Disinformation Fight

Researchers Mariana Olaizola Rosenblat and Katharina Zuegel argue that current regulations regarding public versus private communications fail to account for the operational realities of platforms like WhatsApp and Telegram. These messaging apps are significantly contributing to the spread of disinformation, yet are largely unregulated. This oversight represents a critical weakness in global efforts to combat misinformation campaigns.

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