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Disinformation: EU assesses the Code of Practice and publishes platform reports on #Coronavirus related disinformation
The Commission has presented the assessment of the implementation and effectiveness of the Code of Practice on Disinformation. The assessment shows that the Code has proven to be a very valuable instrument, the first one of its kind worldwide, and has provided a framework for a structured dialogue between relevant stakeholders to ensure greater transparency of platforms' policies against disinformation within the EU.
At the same time, the assessment highlights certain shortcomings mainly due to the Code's self-regulatory nature.
Values and Transparency Vice President Věra Jourová said: “The Code of Practice has shown that online platforms and the advertising sector can do a lot to counter disinformation when they are put under public scrutiny. But platforms need to be more accountable and responsible; they need to become more transparent. The time has come to go beyond self-regulatory measures. Europe is best placed to lead the way and propose instruments for more resilient and fair democracy in an increasingly digital world.”
Internal Market Commissioner Thierry Breton said: “Organizing and securing our digital information space has become a priority. The Code is a clear example of how public institutions can work more efficiently with tech companies to bring real benefits to our society. It is a unique tool for Europe to be assertive in the defence of its interests and values. Fighting disinformation is a shared responsibility, which the tech and advertising sector must fully assume.”
Alongside the assessment of the Code of Practice, the Commission is today also publishing the first baseline reports on the actions taken by the signatories of the Code to fight false and misleading coronavirus-related information until 31 July. This monthly reporting programme is a deliverable under the 10 June 2020 Joint Communication. Building both on the actions listed in the Joint Communication, and addressing the shortcomings identified in today's assessment of the Code, the Commission will deliver on its comprehensive approach by presenting two complementary initiatives by the end of the year: a European Democracy Action plan, on which a public consultation will run until 15 September, and a Digital Services Act package.The press release is here.
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