"Sadiq Khan warned London is at the centre of a dark blizzard of disinformation online as he urged the government to crack down on the spread of false information across social media."
"While overall London-related posting activity increased by around seven per cent between March 2024 and March 2026, London in decline narratives increased by around 150-200 per cent, and migration-related narratives referencing London increased by more than 350 per cent."
"Official figures show many crime rates falling, including for serious violent offences and homicides, despite the rise in negative narratives about London."
"Khan warned a failure to act could see more domestic terrorism offences enacted by people who believe conspiracy theories they see online."
The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights, climate change, and misinformation. Sadiq Khan highlighted the rise of disinformation in London, urging the government to address it. Despite a general increase in online activity, narratives about London in decline and migration surged significantly. Official crime statistics show a decrease in serious violent crimes. Khan warned that unchecked misinformation could lead to domestic terrorism, stressing the need for accountability from social media companies while acknowledging that reliance on them is insufficient.
Read at www.independent.co.uk
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