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Fake politics on social media

Facebook has once again refused to ban political adverts containing lies on the social network. Instead, it will put the onus on users to choose whether they want to see less propaganda.

Long gone are the days when technology was something for geeks. Now, and increasingly, it is seen as an important factor of competitiveness… as well as a geopolitical weapon (Huawei?) or a democratic risk (fake news?). And, so often, as a driver of polarisation in society.

Every month a new subject comes along that sets – let us call it that – the “technology agenda”. Some more international than others. Others more complex and relevant than some.

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AI translation from the Portuguese. First published in ECO on 16 January 2020.

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