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MeitY asks Meta to revamp algorithms, curb deepfakes and propaganda
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has directed Meta to revamp its algorithms and submit a compliance roadmap to curb deepfakes, propaganda and other manipulated content, government sources said. The…
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The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has directed Meta to revamp its algorithms and submit a compliance roadmap to curb deepfakes, propaganda and other manipulated content, government sources said. The directive follows a meeting between MeitY officials and Meta's technical team on Friday, during which the company acknowledged gaps in its systems.
MeitY also sought faster takedown of harmful content, closer coordination on removing deepfakes and morphed images, and greater compliance with data localisation rules. Meta outlined technical measures it could take, and both sides agreed to continue discussions, with another meeting expected next week. The government has tightened its regulatory framework for synthetic content through amendments to the IT rules this year.
The Indian Opinion
The government's push for algorithmic changes targets real concerns about propaganda and deepfakes, but the debate often swings between cries of regulatory overreach and accusations of Meta stonewalling. The real test is the compliance roadmap Meta is expected to submit next week: will it include concrete, verifiable targets for detection and removal of harmful content?
Sources (2): hindustantimes.com, timesofindia.indiatimes.com
This story was synthesised by AI from the 2 sources linked above.
