German lawyer likens social media firms to tobacco industry in online hate fight

Lawyer Chan-jo Jun, representing victims of online hate in Germany, compares social media companies to tobacco companies, arguing they profit from harmful content and require regulation. The interview signals growing legal pressure on platforms in Germany, though no specific legislative change is announced. This reflects an ongoing trend of holding tech firms accountable for user-generated harm.

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