New Mechanism for Banning Toxicity
Although there are not much details to reveal, Vladimir Putin has ordered his administration to investigate a brand new mechanism to prohibit “toxic” internet content. This latest program is popular as a “self-regulated register of dangerous content”. It will allow users “to protect kids” in a list of presidential instructions posted on the Kremlin webpage. By June 1, 2022, the Kremlin will assess it. On Saturday, Russian media initially reported the directive, which was dated Thursday.
Putin also hinted at intentions for further control of online content. He is accusing the internet of corrupting youngsters and fueling mass rallies by political rivals the authorities have labeled extremists.
Russia Fined Google Previously Too
Last year, Russia increased its pressure on international digital companies, levying fines of about $100 million upon Google (GOOGL.O) for neglecting to remove forbidden content. Putin indicated in December that he supported a proposal by a representative of his human rights council for such a new voluntary system to restrict hazardous content, which Russian web platforms would commit to in exchange for preferential treatment over foreign platforms. Also read: New Promotional Campaign by WhatsApp Focusing on Encryption Significance
