Sci & TechFacebook did not return calls and emails seeking comment, Google and Snapchat were not immediately available for comment. Social networks and other online content providers will have to remove paedophile and terrorism-related content from their platforms within the hour or face a fine of up to 4 per cent of their global revenue under a French law voted in on Wednesday. Justice Minister Nicole Belloubet told parliament the law will help reduce online hate speech. It said it was unrealistic to think content could be withdrawn within the hour and the law was unnecessary. Facebook did not return calls and emails seeking comment, Google and Snapchat were not immediately available for comment.

Source: Standard Digital May 13, 2020 16:52 UTC