Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Undersecretary Atty. Claire Castro has voiced support for proposed legislation targeting troll armies.
This proposal aims to address the spread of fake news and misinformation online.
Castro, who has a law background, stated that online trolls do not genuinely express personal opinions, but instead, engage in coordinated efforts to influence public discourse.
Castro emphasized the need to balance the right to freedom of expression with the responsibility of maintaining accurate information online.
Lawmakers and digital rights advocates are discussing legislation that would hold individuals or organizations accountable for spreading false information through coordinated online efforts.
Supporters believe such legislation could help protect the public from misleading content and ensure a healthier digital information environment.
Troll armies typically use fake accounts and automated bots to spread false information on social media.