Fixing the Facebook Fake News Problem

Facebook is back under the microscope for failing to stop the spread of fake news. Sara Fischer, media reporter for AXIOS, joins to explain how the big tech companies are, or are not, addressing the problem. Fischer explains that Facebook is trying to address the problem by prioritizing local news content over other news sources. However, she wonders if that is enough considering during breaking news, like the school shooting that recently happened, misinformation is still shared. There are still changes that need to be made. For example, Twitter and Facebook require authentification to cancel an account, but the same is not required to create an account.

More In Business

Tik Tok Ban Passed in Foreign Aid Bill. What's Next?

The U.S is one step closer to potentially banning Tik Tok.

These Clean Energy Stocks Are Always in the Green

Make every day Earth Day by helping the U.S. make the switch to clean energy. Bonus: It’s inflation proof.

Harbor is Redefining Baby Monitoring without Biometrics

Enter Harbor, a new state-of-the-art baby monitor system, has opted not to include biometric monitoring.

How Two Companies are Using Tech and AI to Squash Bedbug Infestations

With an uptick in bedbug infestations, two companies, Spotta and Comcast’s Machine-Q, are joining forces and using tech and AI to squash this problem.

After Israel’s Attack on Iran, It’s Good Time to Invest Internationally

We may not be headed for a 2008-esque disaster, but increased geopolitical tension paired with the end of the tech boom means volatility could stick around.

Bitcoin Halving Is Today: Here’s What that Means

Bitcoin halving typically raises the value of the cryptocurrency – and it could be an ‘exemplary’ hedge against inflation.

Big Business This Week: Netflix’s Gamble Pays Off, The Halving Is Upon Us and Oh God Rate Cuts

The dreaded Netflix crackdown on profile sharing translated into a major boost in subscribers while the promised rate cuts seem to be a far off fantasy.

Disneyland Is Spending $2 Billion on New Rides, Hotels, and More

Disney’s nearly $2 billion plan means new rides, hotels, and more.

How Two Companies are Using Tech and AI to Squash Bedbug Infestations

With an uptick in bedbug infestations, two companies, Spotta and Comcast’s Machine-Q, are joining forces and using tech and AI to squash this problem.

Drones are Altering Farming and Growing Food Forever

When one thinks of agriculture, it brings up thoughts of tractors, yet unmanned drones have found one of their newest homes in agriculture.

Load More