YouTube should enact measures to control and suppress the spread of false information, as advocated by Lee.
In a significant move, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has instructed the government to draw up measures aimed at preventing the use of online platforms, such as YouTube, to earn money through the spread of fake news.
During a Cabinet meeting held on June 19, as shown in minutes disclosed by the interior ministry on Sunday, President Lee expressed concern over the increasing use of fake news to generate revenue illegally. He urged the government to take action to fundamentally prevent the spread of such misinformation through online platforms.
While the minutes do not provide specific details about these measures, President Lee did suggest imposing punitive measures, such as exemplary damages, on YouTubers who spread fake news. He also urged the justice ministry to review relevant measures regarding the imposition of such penalties on content creators.
However, the minutes do not mention any direct link between the review of measures for Vietnam and the issue of fake news on online platforms. President Lee did discuss improving relations with Vietnam and humanitarian efforts, but these topics were not directly connected to the issue of fake news.
Interestingly, the minutes do not mention any measures aimed at preventing the use of online platforms, like YouTube, to earn money through the spread of fake news. It is unclear if these measures will be separate or part of the broader anti-fake news initiatives.
Current search results do not provide direct information about South Korea's specific measures to prevent the spread of fake news on platforms like YouTube, nor about any evolving punitive measures specifically targeting YouTubers in South Korea.
While other countries, such as Thailand, are intensifying anti-fake news measures, the focus of these initiatives does not seem to be on South Korea or specific penalties for content creators.
In the absence of detailed information, it is difficult to say exactly how these measures will be implemented or what their impact will be. However, President Lee's call to action indicates a commitment to addressing the issue of fake news and its impact on South Korean society.
[1] Digital Economy and Society Ministry of Thailand intensifies anti-fake news measures [2] National Anti-Fake News Center in Thailand monitors, verifies, and counters misinformation 24/7 across social media [3] South Korean media and policies in a broader context from a visiting scholar [4] Denial from the South Korean Embassy regarding a particular piece of fake news
- The South Korean President, concerned about the increasing use of fake news to generate revenue illegally, has instructed the government to draft policy-and-legislation addressing the issue, possibly including punitive measures for content creators like YouTube influencers who spread misinformation.
- Despite other countries, such as Thailand, enhancing their anti-fake news policies, there is presently no clear information available on specific South Korean measures aimed at preventing the use of online platforms like YouTube for earning money through the spread of fake news, or evolving punitive measures targeting YouTubers in South Korea.
