Disinformation probe will refine ethical concerns – CHR

MANILA, Philippines — The ongoing House of Representatives inquiry into the spread of online disinformation is a chance to “refine ethical frameworks in the digital space” while maintaining safeguards against harmful content.

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) made the statement as it emphasized that as digital media gains influence, there is value in establishing parameters similar to those in the traditional media. “Given the growing influence of digital media, parameters like these, akin to those governing traditional media—such as ethical and professional standards upheld by the Kapisanan ng mga Brodkaster ng Pilipinas (KBP) and the National Union of Journalists of the Philippines (NUJP)—may offer valuable insights into responsible content creation,” the CHR said on Wednesday.

It likewise noted that digital platforms, as an emerging form of media, reinforce the influence of digital content creators in shaping public discourse.“This recognition also underscores the responsibilities that come with free expression, including the need for safeguards against disinformation and mechanisms to promote responsible content creation,” the commission added.

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