EU looks to Big Tech , influencers to fight hybrid threats, fake news
By
Binu Mathew
Europe is looking to online platforms and influencers to help fight disinformation and promote democracy according to a European Commission strategy presented on Wednesday amid concerns over interference by foreign governments in national elections.
Alphabet’s Google, Microsoft, Meta Platforms, Elon Musk’s X, TikTok and other online platforms already have to do more to tackle illegal and harmful content under the EU’s Digital Services Act in force since 2022.
