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Sarah Palin Loses Second Defamation Suit Against The New York Times
A New York jury swiftly ruled in favor of The New York Times, rejecting Sarah Palin’s defamation claims over a 2017 editorial. Palin had argued that the editorial falsely linked her political messaging to the 2011 shooting of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords. The Times had acknowledged the mistake but cited a lack of actual malice, a requirement under the 1964 Times v. Sullivan standard. Palin lost her initial case in 2022 and was granted a retrial. Conservatives had hoped the case would challenge established defamation precedents. (Read More) (MediaPost Rating)
Meta Oversight Board Flags Risks of New Content Moderation Rules
Meta’s Oversight Board issued a critical report on the company’s recent content moderation changes, warning of potential human rights impacts, particularly for LGBTQ users. The board expressed concern over the hasty rollout and the reduction of LGBTQ protections in hate speech policies. It also scrutinized the replacement of Meta’s fact-checking program with the user-driven “Community Notes.” The board recommended regular impact assessments and better enforcement against harassment. These policies were part of a January overhaul aimed at promoting free expression. (Read More) (The Hill Rating)
EU Fines Apple and Meta Under Digital Markets Act
The European Commission fined Apple €500 million and Meta €200 million for violating the EU’s Digital Markets Act. Apple was penalized for preventing app developers from steering users to external purchase options, while Meta was cited for not allowing free consent regarding ad personalization on Facebook and Instagram. Both companies are expected to appeal. Regulators emphasized the need for consumer choice and fair digital market competition. The DMA aims to curb monopolistic practices by tech “gatekeepers.” (Read More) (Associated Press Rating)
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