Overview

• Meta is introducing a Community Notes feature on Threads, modeled after a similar system on X, to replace its professional fact-checking program.
• The feature allows users to anonymously add notes to posts they find misleading or confusing, with notes published if rated as helpful by others.
• Community Notes will initially roll out in the United States over the next few months, with plans to expand internationally later in the year.
• CEO Mark Zuckerberg stated the move aligns with a shift toward prioritizing free expression, while scaling back proactive moderation on certain sensitive topics.
• The decision has sparked user backlash, with a noticeable spike in searches on how to quit Meta platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Threads.