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Regulating fake news in transnational jurisdiction: a comparative study of Brazil and Argentina
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Abstract Many oppressive governments have passed cyber laws, cracking down on free speech, and used less traditional tactics to restrict people’s capacity to speak freely and in public. This is particularly true in nations where the government regulates media and information flow due to closed information sy... view more
Many oppressive governments have passed cyber laws, cracking down on free speech, and used less traditional tactics to restrict people’s capacity to speak freely and in public. This is particularly true in nations where the government regulates media and information flow due to closed information systems. Laws regulating fake news clash with citizens’ free speech and expression rights. The paper gives an overview of the hurdles in regulating transnational cases of fake news. In cases of cross-border jurisdiction, it becomes vital to examine International legal standards, such as international agreements and international institutions governing fake news. In this paper, we look at two case studies, one from Argentina and one from Brazil, to see how these countries have dealt with the issue of fake news in cases involving transnational jurisdictions. The paper concludes with the observation that various governments employ a variety of approaches and policies in order to combat fake news.... view less
Keywords
Brazil; Argentina; false report; freedom of opinion; jurisdiction; media law; international law
Classification
Law
Free Keywords
Fake News; Cross-Border Jurisdictions; Freedom of Speech; Regulations
Document language
English
Publication Year
2023
Page/Pages
p. 325-335
Journal
Journal of Liberty and International Affairs, 9 (2023) 1
ISSN
1857-9760
Status
Published Version; peer reviewed