Illustrations Of Meta Products As Fact-Checking Program Ends

SANTA ROSA, PHILIPPINES - JANUARY 08: In this photo illustration, the Facebook, Instagram, and Threads applications are seen on a phone on January 08, 2025 in Santa Rosa, Philippines. Meta has announced the discontinuation of its fact-checking program, transitioning to a community-driven model that relies on users to add context to potentially misleading posts, a move aimed at promoting free expression. This significant policy shift has raised concerns among experts about the potential increase in misinformation and hate speech on Meta's platforms, including Facebook and Instagram, as the company prepares for a new political landscape under the upcoming Trump presidency. (Photo illustration by Ezra Acayan/Getty Images)