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Ex-Meta Executive Reveals Facebook's Alleged Secret China Censorship Plans

Published MAR 11 2025·Updated AUG 4 2025
Ex-Meta Executive Reveals Facebook's Alleged Secret China Censorship Plans
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Narrative A

Facebook betrayed its principles by working closely with Chinese authorities, developing censorship tools, and considering compromising user privacy to gain access to the lucrative Chinese market. Meta must be investigated for putting profits over principles.

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Narrative B

Meta's interest in China was transparent and part of a broader mission to connect the world. Project Aldrin was no secret, but the company eventually preferred not to compromise its values when an agreement that aligned with its principles couldn't be reached.

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