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Meta expands researchers’ access to data on Facebook and Instagram

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  • Meta is taking a significant step towards transparency by launching new tools, the Meta Content Library and Content Library API, to grant researchers access to data from its social media platforms, Facebook and Instagram. ContentsKey Features of the New ToolsAccess and EligibilityLegal and Regulatory Context:Skepticism and Expectations: Key Features of the New Tools Meta Content […]
Bilgesu Erdem
Last updated: 26 February, 2024 - 2:16 pm 2:16 pm
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Meta is taking a significant step towards transparency by launching new tools, the Meta Content Library and Content Library API, to grant researchers access to data from its social media platforms, Facebook and Instagram.

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Key Features of the New ToolsAccess and EligibilityLegal and Regulatory Context:Skepticism and Expectations:

Key Features of the New Tools

Meta Content Library: A controlled-access web-based “clean room” where no data export is allowed, providing real-time information on user-generated content.
Content Library API: An interface with search capabilities for analyzing and reviewing real-time content from Facebook and Instagram.

Access and Eligibility

Restricted Access: Access to these tools is limited to pre-approved “eligible researchers and professionals”.
Application Process: Researchers must submit a detailed application, explaining their project’s mission and the involved personnel. Approval is subject to an independent review by the ICPSR.
No Associated Fees: Once approved, researchers can access the Content Library without any fees.
Past Criticisms and Current Challenges:
Previous Criticisms: Meta’s Open Research and Transparency team faced criticism for providing incomplete and inaccurate data in 2021, leading to revoked API access for a group of researchers.
Public Pressure: The introduction of these tools comes amidst public and regulatory demands for increased transparency, especially concerning misinformation and harmful content on social media platforms.

Legal and Regulatory Context:

Lawsuit Challenges: Meta is currently dealing with a lawsuit filed by 41 states over allegations of harming younger users.
Regulatory Compliance: The tools are seen as a response to meet new regulatory requirements and obligations on data sharing and transparency.

Skepticism and Expectations:

Skepticism: The restricted nature of the API and past incidents raise skepticism about the effectiveness of these tools in ensuring transparency.
Research Potential: The new tools are expected to provide a more comprehensive view of activities on Meta’s platforms, aiding research in politics, society, and online conversations.

While Meta’s introduction of the Meta Content Library and Content Library API represents a step towards greater transparency, skepticism remains due to past incidents and the company’s current legal challenges. The effectiveness of these tools in addressing public concerns and regulatory demands will be crucial in determining Meta’s commitment to transparency and its impact on the research community. As Meta navigates these new initiatives, the broader implications for social media’s role in society and the effectiveness of regulatory measures will continue to be areas of keen interest and observation.

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By Bilgesu Erdem
Bilgesu graduated from Ankara University, Faculty of Communication, Department of Radio, Television and Cinema. After working as a reporter for various television channels and a newspaper, Bilgesu is currently working as a content editor at Newslinker. She loves technology and animals.
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