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South Korea’s Fake News Crackdown | US News
South Korea just enacted a bold new law that could reshape how fake news is handled online — with massive fines and penalties for outlets and influencers spreading misinformation. Under the legislation, violators could face damages up to five times actual losses, plus fines of up to $656,000 if they continue pushing false content after a court ruling. Backed by the liberal Democratic Party, the law aims to combat disinformation threatening democracy, but critics warn it risks chilling free speech, making journalists and platforms overly cautious — possibly even turning social media companies…
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