Brazil's Supreme Court ruling on social media accountability
Brazil's Supreme Court ruled that social media companies must be held accountable for some types of content published by users on their platforms in the country, impacting platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Google. Details on the decision are yet to be resolved.
Key Points
- Majority of Supreme Court judges voted in favor of holding platforms responsible
- Current law seen as a 'veil of irresponsibility'
- Court still needs to agree on the scope of the decision
Pros
- Holding social media companies accountable for illegal content
- Potential fines for platforms not removing illegal posts
- Improving Brazilian law regarding social media
Cons
- Legal uncertainty about what types of content would be considered illegal
- Potential impact on the business of social media giants