Detection of disinformation and content filtering using machine learning: implications to human rights and freedom of speech

The spreading of fake news and disinformation has become a pressing and widely debated issue in recent times, with far-reaching implications for society. While efforts to combat fake news and disinformation have gained momentum, there is a need to consider the implications for human rights in the context of disinformation detection and content filtering. The paper investigates the implications of fake news and disinformation and various aspects of human rights and freedom of speech. It examines the use and the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI), while highlighting the potential risks to the right of freedom of expression when responses to these issues lead to censorship and the suppression of critical thinking. The paper further emphasizes the need for a balanced approach that safeguards freedom of expression and human rights while addressing the negative impacts of misinformation and biased algorithms.