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WIRED
2 weeks ago
US Elections

Donald Trump Has Pushed the Limits of Being Too Online

Trump's deep online immersion may distort reality for many voters, as conspiracy theories gain traction.
The role of celebrity endorsements in politics continues to evolve, creating new dynamics in elections. [ more ]
Fast Company
1 month ago
Information security

Microsoft says this country's cyber activity may be targeting the U.S. election

Iran is engaging in online activities to influence the U.S. election, including phishing attacks on a presidential campaign, and creating fake news sites to sway voters. [ more ]
#social-media
TheStreet
2 months ago
Marketing

New viral TikTok trend should worry some key retailers

Influencing online has become a significant business opportunity, with a focus on leveraging social media influencers for product promotion. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Mental health

I stopped drinking three months ago it's not as simple as the internet makes it look | Ashe Davenport

Social media portrays sobriety as glamorous and achievable with simple tips, hiding the true complexities of the journey.
The reality of maintaining sobriety involves facing physical and emotional challenges, not just following popular online trends. [ more ]
TheStreet
2 months ago
Marketing

New viral TikTok trend should worry some key retailers

Influencing online has become a significant business opportunity, with a focus on leveraging social media influencers for product promotion. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Mental health

I stopped drinking three months ago it's not as simple as the internet makes it look | Ashe Davenport

Social media portrays sobriety as glamorous and achievable with simple tips, hiding the true complexities of the journey.
The reality of maintaining sobriety involves facing physical and emotional challenges, not just following popular online trends. [ more ]
moresocial-media
#misogyny
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
Women

Women often allege rape after regretful sex, say two in five young men

Almost two-fifths of young men believe women falsely claim rape after regretful sex, showing polarized views among young men and women on societal issues. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Digital life

There are some really extreme views': young people face onslaught of misogyny online

Internet content can influence young individuals by channeling anxieties into harmful ideologies.
Parental guidance and constructive discussions are crucial in steering individuals away from harmful beliefs acquired online. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
Women

Women often allege rape after regretful sex, say two in five young men

Almost two-fifths of young men believe women falsely claim rape after regretful sex, showing polarized views among young men and women on societal issues. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Digital life

There are some really extreme views': young people face onslaught of misogyny online

Internet content can influence young individuals by channeling anxieties into harmful ideologies.
Parental guidance and constructive discussions are crucial in steering individuals away from harmful beliefs acquired online. [ more ]
moremisogyny
www.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Education

Labour to help schools develop male influencers to combat Tate misogyny

Labour aims to train young male influencers in schools to counter negative impact of individuals like Andrew Tate.
Young male mentors in schools can provide a powerful counterbalance to negativity online and shift discussions on growing up as a young man in modern Britain. [ more ]
Advocate.com
7 months ago
Marketing

Libs of TikTok creator accuses NBC News of stochastic terrorism after bomb threat investigation

Chaya Raichik, known for her far-right extremist social media account, is accused of influencing bomb threats through her online activities.
Security experts describe Raichik's influence as a form of stochastic terrorism, known for inciting random acts of violence through provocative messaging. [ more ]
www.euractiv.com
8 months ago
EU data protection

Belgian presidency reinforces call to regulate influencers at EU level

The Belgian presidency has shared preliminary thoughts on regulating online influence at the EU level.
The European Commission's consumer protection department is conducting a 'fitness check' to determine if EU consumer law is adequate in the digital world. [ more ]
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