Combating Misinformation and Disinformation with Free Markets and Free Speech
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Featuring
[Moderator] Brent M. Eastwood, Fellow, Technology and Innovation, R Street Institute
Nico Perrino, Executive Vice President, Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE)
Dan Coffing, Founder and CEO, Objectively, Inc
Overview
Though purveyors of misinformation and disinformation have proliferated and the problem keeps growing, solutions are proving elusive. A little-known aspect in the fight against misinformation and disinformation is the growing number of technology startups that are attacking the prevalence of fake news, conspiracy theories, and other false information. These firms are innovative, scrappy, nimble, and able to mitigate misinformation and disinformation in different and interesting ways.
Meanwhile, another aspect of misinformation and disinformation is the need to stick to free speech principles. “Wrong” or “unpopular” speech is protected by the First Amendment. While we continue to worry about more misinformation and disinformation, especially in an election year, people still have freedom to express their views without government interference. We will take a look at how social media platforms are patrolling their content and how First Amendment concerns can be appropriately considered.
Please join us to hear from those engaged in the battle to conquer misinformation and disinformation. Speakers will share stories centered around building entrepreneurial solutions and protecting free speech.