Warning from the Media Ethics Board for Digital Platforms and News Sites
As the election period approaches, the Media Ethics Board has called on the public to be cautious against unaccredited and misleading content on digital channels.
Ahead of the upcoming election process, the Media Ethics Board warned the public regarding news content on digital platforms and social media, urging caution against unaccredited and misleading publications and advising that not every piece of content should be accepted as news.
Unaccredited and Misleading Publications
It has been observed that some pages giving the impression of conducting journalistic activities operate without an imprint, contrary to legal regulations.
It was stated that these pages do not aim to inform the public accurately and occasionally engage in misleading publications targeting individuals.
Artificial Intelligence and Information Pollution
With the proliferation of artificial intelligence technologies, altering news, photo, and video content and taking them out of context has become easier.
It was pointed out that this situation significantly increases information pollution and the risk of the spread of manipulative content.
The Importance of Media Literacy
It was emphasized that media literacy continues to play a critical role in accessing accurate information.
It was stated that users should question sources and the authenticity of visual materials before sharing content.
Election Period and Social Responsibility
It was noted that the spread of unverified content during election processes poses risks for democratic public opinion.
It was emphasized that not only content producers but everyone who consumes and shares content bears social responsibility.