Hamshahri newspaper demanded to control the virtual space and monitor social networks

In an analytical report, Hamshahri newspaper points out the importance of controlling cyberspace and governments’ monitoring of social networks and examines global approaches.

In an analytical report, Hamshahri newspaper emphasized the necessity of controlling the virtual space and the active approach of governments towards social networks. This newspaper has pointed out the transformation of social networks from simple communication tools to powerful infrastructures that shape public opinion and even national security.

According to Gadget News, Hamshahri believes that even democratic governments do not leave this space. From strict rules to algorithmic monitoring, content management in social networks has become one of the main policy issues of the 21st century. This global approach does not only mean censorship, but includes a wide range of tools and strategies.

What are the global approaches in controlling virtual space?

Examining different countries shows that there are different ways to monitor social networks. Malaysia has tough laws against fake news and hate speech, and India requires platforms to be able to identify the sender of a message. Türkiye also applies strict management by requiring platforms to have an official representative in the country and threatening to reduce bandwidth.

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Even South Korea, despite its high freedom on the internet, has strict laws against defamation, online harassment and the publication of harmful content. Despite the high penetration of the Internet, this country considers the platforms to be obliged to fully cooperate with the government and takes the legal responsibility of the content seriously.