Regulating Social Media Platforms

The chapter explores the regulatory need of the social media platforms, focusing on the various approaches employed by different regulatory models to manage online content and their effects on human rights, particularly free speech. It highlights the necessity for a regulatory model in social media, identifying three main models discussed within the context of social media governance by scholars and policymakers: internal, external, and co-regulation. Through meticulous examination and case studies, the chapter outlines the challenges and chances associated with each model. It aims to identify the most effective model for navigating these challenges while ensuring the protection or promotion of free speech online. Additionally, the chapter extends the discussion to intermediary liability models, which are crucial for developing co-regulation frameworks that accommodate both authorities and private platforms.