lauren@vortex.com
Date: Tue, 9 May 2017 10:40:40 -0700
NNSquad http://fakenews.openmic.org/
Among the recommendations discussed in this report:
To avoid government regulation and/or corporate censorship of information,
tech companies should carry out impact assessments on their information
policies that are transparent, accountable, and provide an avenue for
remedy for those affected by corporate actions.
Tech companies should appoint ombudspersons to assess the impact of their
content algorithms on the public interest.
Tech companies should report at least annually on the impact their
policies and practices are having on fake news, disinformation campaigns
and hate speech. Reports should include definitions of these terms;
metrics; the role of algorithms; the extent to which staff or
third-parties evaluate fabricated content claims; and strategies and
policies to appropriately manage the issues without negative impact on
free speech.