Social Media Regulation
The Economics and Regulation of Digitalisation: The Case of Turkiye, Taylor & Francis Ltd, ss.273-290, 2024
- Yayın Türü: Kitapta Bölüm / Araştırma Kitabı
- Basım Tarihi: 2024
- Doi Numarası: 10.4324/9781032692937-14
- Yayınevi: Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Sayfa Sayıları: ss.273-290
- Boğaziçi Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet
Özet
This chapter presents a detailed examination of the evolving landscape of social media regulation in Türkiye, emphasizing the development of legal measures and their implications for both social media companies and individual users. The foundational legal framework, established by the 2007 Law No. 5651 known as “The Law on the Regulation of Broadcasts via Internet and Prevention of Crimes Committed through Such Broadcasts,” has undergone significant modifications to address the dynamic nature of the internet. A notable shift in approach includes the adoption of deep packet inspection technology and a focus on eliminating objectionable content at its source instead of just restricting access. A critical juncture in this evolution was the 2020 amendment, which imposed new obligations on social media platforms. These include the appointment of a local representative in Türkiye, swift response to user grievances, detailed reporting on content moderation, adherence to data localization norms, and enhanced measures for the protection of minors. This legislative change underscores a proactive regulatory stance, mandating social media entities to align closely with Türkiye's regulatory framework. Additionally, the chapter delves into the interactions between the Internet Law and other regulatory frameworks. It assesses the roles of various regulatory bodies, including the Information Technologies and Communication Authority and the Turkish Data Protection Authority, in managing and supervising internet and social media practices. In summary, this chapter situates Türkiye's approach to social media regulation within a broader context of seeking equilibrium between online freedom, societal welfare, and national security, mirroring global trends in digital governance.