#disinformation

#disinformation

The persistence of fake news reflects deep-rooted historical practices of misinformation, now amplified by modern technology.

Memory is crucial in resisting fake news; efforts must focus on repeated debunking without shaming those misled.

A misleading image falsely represents Moscow's skyline; it was taken in Dubai, highlighting the evolving nature of disinformation on social media.

Media spoofing is on the rise globally, with reputable outlets being mimicked to spread disinformation.

The prevalence of disinformation reflects human psychology more than technological issues, as illustrated by the 'Report from Iron Mountain' hoax.

Russia is increasingly using social media to disseminate disinformation, especially in Africa.

The importance of fact-checking in maintaining truth in journalism persists despite current challenges.

New White House press secretary commences with false claims, perpetuating disinformation in government communications and policy discussions.

Disinformation from online influencers poses a significant risk to democracy in Europe, necessitating transparency and the strengthening of traditional media.

Ben Collins initiates a plan to buy The Onion after concerns over its potential acquisition by Elon Musk.

New disinformation campaigns are targeting Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, coinciding with tensions involving Trump, leading to a dramatic rise in negative online narratives.

Fabricated online identities are promoting anti-France narratives across West and Central Africa, as revealed by Al Jazeera's investigation.

Sen. Bernie Sanders urged rejection of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination for HHS Secretary due to his anti-vaccine stance undermining public health.

RFK Jr.'s appeal to nostalgia in health policy is misleading and dangerous, risking public health and perpetuating harmful disinformation.

Politics is increasingly performative, driven by social media that encourages quick emotional responses over in-depth analysis.

Social media is a double edged sword, enhancing connectivity while increasing disinformation and mental health issues.

Russian influence operations are significantly impacting German political discourse on social media.

Meta profited significantly from a pro-Russian disinformation network through sponsored content targeting European users.

A Russian organization linked to the Kremlin posted 8,000 political ads on Facebook despite international sanctions, raising concerns over platform compliance with laws.

Egregious has received $1 million in funding to combat AI disinformation and enhance digital security solutions for various sectors.

Sarah Wynn-Williams critiques Facebook's leadership for negligence and complicity in societal issues while presenting her firsthand experiences in a darkly humorous memoir.

Meta's reduction of content moderation may lead to a rise in climate misinformation on its platforms.

Stanford Law professor Mark Lemley resigns from representing Meta due to concerns over the platform's promotion of toxic masculinity and disinformation.

The Independent champions accessible journalism by covering urgent issues without paywalls, fostering informed discourse across the political spectrum.

The Trump administration is rapidly reversing measures to counter foreign influence in U.S. elections established post-2016.

Key positions at CISA have been eliminated, endangering election security against foreign interference.

CISA suspends all election security efforts amidst review prompted by Trump's claims of election fraud.

The Trump administration's claimed federal savings are significantly overstated, with a major contribution stemming from a database typo.

AI significantly enhances cyber warfare, leading to a dramatic rise in attacks, especially in education and research sectors.

The California Attorney General's office has issued advisories highlighting potential illegal practices of AI companies regarding deception and false advertising.

Experts are increasingly concerned that the development of AGI may lead to outcomes misaligned with human interests.

Extreme weather events are failing to drive political action on climate change, according to activist Luisa Neubauer.

Croydon Council has no plans to sell Fairfield Halls, contrary to claims made by Cllr Ria Patel.

Democratic leaders in Illinois falsely claimed ICE agents were raiding schools, highlighting a broader pattern of misinformation.

Wikipedia exhibits a left-wing bias, selectively blacklisting conservative news outlets while favoring left-leaning sources, undermining claims of neutrality.