EU holds talks with big tech over Ceuta misinformation
EU digital chief Henna Virkkunen has called for closer monitoring of social media platforms moving forward, amid the spread of misinformation during the recent migrant influx at Spain's Ceuta.
EU officials are urging major technology companies to more closely monitor their platforms for misinformation during crisis situations, particularly after the recent Ceuta border incident. This call comes from EU Executive Vice-President Henna Virkkunen, who highlighted the role social media played in exacerbating the crisis, including TikTok, Telegram, and Meta platforms.
Virkkunen emphasized the need for increased EU monitoring and cooperation with fact-checkers during crises, as well as a stronger commitment from platforms to uphold the integrity of the digital space. Following a meeting with representatives from TikTok and Meta, the EU expressed its commitment to continued discussion on Monday about potential solutions, such as early-warning systems and enhanced social media monitoring, to improve the bloc's shared assessment capabilities in emergency situations.
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