OMBATING DISINFORMATION BY THE BRAZILIAN JUDICIARY: INITIATIVES FOR THE 2024 MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS

In a recent article by the Wilson Center, Gustavo Borges, Executive Director of LabSul, analyzes the Brazilian judiciary's actions to combat disinformation in the 2024 municipal elections. Borges highlights the importance of tools that can monitor and contain the circulation of fake news, considering its direct impact on democracy.

Borges' analysis highlights the crucial role of collaboration between digital platforms and the judiciary, focused on creating a safe and transparent environment for the electorate. He also discusses how the advancement of verification technologies and specific regulations for social networks can contribute to the effective fight against disinformation, protecting the electoral process from manipulations that distort the reality of the facts.

The article emphasizes the importance of proactive measures, such as partnerships with experts and real-time monitoring actions, to ensure Brazilians can exercise their right to vote in an environment free from misleading informational interference. To read the full article, click here.