Yannis Theocharis
Yannis Theocharis is a researcher affiliated with the Technical University of Munich (TUM), known for his work on public opinion and social media. He recently gained attention for leading a study that surveyed 13,500 individuals across ten countries regarding their preferences for social media platforms, particularly in relation to the moderation of harmful content. The study revealed a significant majority of respondents favor platforms that restrict hate speech and misinformation, highlighting a growing public demand for safer online environments.
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Spain:
Yannis Theocharis comments on the public's desire for platforms that reduce hate speech and abuse.
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Panama:
Yannis Theocharis indicated that the study shows that the majority of people in democracies want platforms that reduce hate speech and abuse.
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Peru:
Yannis Theocharis indicated that the study shows the majority of people in democracies want platforms that reduce hate speech and abuse.
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