Disinformation Warning from the European Union to YouTube

“The European Union put into effect a few months ago”Digital Markets Act“, led to the declaration of “strict control” in the internet world. In this context, in a news we shared with you just last week, we reported that the European Union launched an investigation against X – formerly known as Twitter. we mentioned. Now again a similar development We are here with.

This time, the European Union sent an open letter to YouTube. Direct addressee: Google CEO Sundar Pichai In the open letter, just like in X, the conflict between Israel and Hamas was referred to. also on YouTube leading to disinformation European Union officials said that they detected that the content started to increase and called on YouTube to take action.

The European Union wants YouTube to be careful about the elections too!

In the letter written by European Union official Thierry Breton, another issue other than the Middle East is referred to. The European Union, YouTube, especially the European Parliament; It will be held in Poland, the Netherlands, Lithuania, Belgium, Croatia, Romania and Austria. also for elections He urged caution. In fact, the European Union has banned YouTube’s use, especially during election periods. against deepfake videos He requested to be informed about what precautions he was taking.

The statement from YouTube was quick:

YouTube spokesperson Ivy Choi made a statement to The Verge regarding the issue. In the statement made, regarding the shares coming from the Middle East; up to the present thousands of videos were removedIt was reported that hundreds of channels were permanently closed. Stating that the teams are on alert, Ivy Choi said: Even live broadcasts He stated that it was actively monitored and that even the slightest hint of disinformation was not allowed. The YouTube spokesperson did not make any statement about the elections.