New Technologies in International Law / Tymofeyeva, Crhák et al.

environment for freedom of expression are essential components of the strategy to coun teract infodemia. While restrictions on the free expression of ideas may seem tempting, they often lead to unintended consequences, including self-censorship and the suppres sion of vital information. The utilization of AI and machine learning technologies holds promise in identifying and countering misinformation. Fact-checking and content control, powered by these tools, provide valuable means of distinguishing between accurate information and er roneous claims, particularly in the context of public health crises like the COVID-19 pandemic.

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