Recently, Meta discontinued its U.S. fact-checking program and eased restrictions on certain sensitive topics, such as immigration and gender identity, following criticism from conservative groups.
Critical areas expected to be affected include back-office, middle-office, and operational roles that rely on routine and repetitive tasks. Additionally, customer service functions may see increased automation.
The scandal also raises concerns about potential abuse in corporate donation programs, highlighting how easily such initiatives can be exploited without proper safeguards.
The end of Meta’s funding raises significant questions about the sustainability of factchecking initiatives. Many of its partners now face the challenge of finding alternative sources of funding to maintain operations.