Japan drafts social media rules to curb election misinformation

Japan's communications ministry released draft guidelines targeting 13 major social media operators to mitigate misinformation and disinformation ahead of local elections. Measures include stricter monetization eligibility and suspension for content harming election fairness. This marks a regulatory shift in Japan's approach to platform governance, though implementation and enforcement details remain uncertain.

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