Content Regulations by Platforms: Enduring Challenges

This study investigates the moderation practices by platforms, primarily executed by AI, as part of the “internal regulation” model outlined in the previous chapter. It aims to identify the factors that influence these moderation practices and uncover the complexities involved. Through scholarly discussions and policy case studies, this chapter highlights the serious repercussions of discriminatory platform moderation on free speech and other fundamental values of a democratic society. It concludes with recommendations to address and mitigate these challenges.