Hacker Newsnew | past | comments | ask | show | jobs | submitlogin

> Combine this with a fine for the publication if they failed to verify information with a reasonable effort...

Ain't gonna work, ever.

Who is going to impose and collect "the fine"? Who will judge what is a "reasonable" effort? How?

The only mechanism we have that is even close is libel lawsuits, and that's only when actual damage is done and demonstrable (sort-of, depending on if you can afford to retain an entire wing of lawyers, like Peter Thiel).



Consider applying for YC's Summer 2026 batch! Applications are open till May 4

Guidelines | FAQ | Lists | API | Security | Legal | Apply to YC | Contact

Search: