Reblog of Aral Balkan and Elena Rossini This is a bit of thoughts about Elena Rossini article and Aral Balkan explanation of these strange decision by EU commis
The European Commission's decision to move its presence to W Social, a platform described as a for-profit Big Tech startup, has drawn criticism. Concerns are raised that this move prioritizes centralized, identity-verifying solutions over ethical, decentralized alternatives, potentially leading to the de-anonymization of the internet. This shift is seen by some as a response to the proliferation of AI-driven propaganda and disinformation, with the platform's verification requirements potentially serving to filter out bots and automated agents. AI
IMPACT The shift towards identity verification on social platforms could impact the organization of activism and the spread of information, potentially affecting how AI-driven disinformation is managed.