Ashwini Vaishnaw: Platforms Must Take Responsibility, Internet at 'Inflection Point'

• Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw calls for digital platforms to take responsibility for content amidst deepfakes and cyber frauds.
• He states the internet has reached an "inflection point," threatening trust in institutions due to synthetic content and disinformation.
• Vaishnaw asserts platforms can no longer claim neutrality, comparing them to hotel managers responsible for activities on their premises.
• Emphasizes online safety as a national priority, highlighting cyber fraud, online gambling, and synthetic obscenity.
• Warns that non-adherence to proactive steps against cyber crimes will make platforms responsible, hinting at potential legislation.