The discourse and quality of information on social media platforms could be improved by eliminating the use of bot accounts and requiring users to authenticate their identities. Governments are concerned that these platforms shape public opinion and disrupt the business model of politicians.
There are ways for social media platforms to improve the quality of information people receive, such as eliminating bot accounts and requiring users to verify their identity. The business model of social media platforms, which is driven towards clicks, has blurred the line of integrity for sources of information.
Reddit could become the new Twitter or Facebook if it introduced a paid verification system for its users, allowing anonymous advertisers to purchase self-serve ads for low amounts on its platform.