The fact check feature, already available in Brazil and India, includes independent information meant to offer additional context on a topic.
YouTube is rolling out information panels for search results aimed at providing fact checks for its users in the U.S.
When a YouTube user performs a search, they may see a panel at the top of their results with third-party information connected to the query. An example featured by YouTube showcases a search for"covid and ibuprofen," with a fact check disputing concerns about taking the pain medication and offerusers to see more resources on Google's search engine.
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