Looking back: Our 2023-2024 Annual Report on Digital Rights in Southeast Asia was released in 2024, yet its insights remain just as relevant today.

Read here: bit.ly/4jSJwGZ

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Meta is replacing fact-checking with Community Notes, a system that can let false claims spread unchecked. This could fuel political disinformation in Southeast Asia.

Read more: bit.ly/3CCbiHd

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📢 Ellen Tordesillas on navigating uncertainty

With ongoing challenges, including policy shifts and reduced support, the need for prudence and resilience is greater than ever. The work to ensure public participation in governance must continue.
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📢 Dr. Aim Sinpeng on user participation in moderation

As platforms evolve, public contribution to moderation creates new opportunities for user awareness and engagement.

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On Feb 5, DigitalReach hosted The Future of Content Moderation in SEA, discussing Meta’s shift to community-driven moderation.

📢 Takeaway from MAFINDO: Fact-checking remains essential in fighting misinformation, ensuring accuracy beyond community contributions.

#ContentModeration #DigitalRights

Lesson Learned on Digital Rights in Southeast Asia in 2024 and What to Expect in 2025.
Key trends:
🔹 Repressive laws & online censorship
🔹 Increased surveillance & AI misuse
🔹 Crackdown on independent media

Read our analysis 🔗 bit.ly/415NVPP

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