Reactionary nihilism': how a rightwing movement strives to end US democracy
A coalition of rightwing leaders poses a significant threat to democratic governance in the US, as explored in Katherine Stewart's new book.
Elon Musk's Influence Signifies a "New Era" in US Politics, Scholar Says
Elon Musk is leveraging his influence on social media to challenge and undermine the U.K. government, reflecting a broader trend among right-wing billionaires.
Reactionary nihilism': how a rightwing movement strives to end US democracy
A coalition of rightwing leaders poses a significant threat to democratic governance in the US, as explored in Katherine Stewart's new book.
Elon Musk's Influence Signifies a "New Era" in US Politics, Scholar Says
Elon Musk is leveraging his influence on social media to challenge and undermine the U.K. government, reflecting a broader trend among right-wing billionaires.
Political content on Instagram and Threads ramped up - BBC News
Meta will no longer allow users to opt out of unsolicited political content on Threads and Instagram, prioritizing free expression over user preference.
From Bannon to Musk: The decade that made misinformation the new normal
Disinformation and misinformation have become normalized in today's information ecosystem.
Russia tried to use the L.A. wildfires to spread anti-Ukraine propaganda
Pro-Kremlin accounts falsely claimed Ukrainian military mansions burned in LA wildfires, part of efforts to undermine Ukraine and U.S. support.
Meta is leaving its users to wade through hate and disinformation
Meta's termination of its fact-checking program risks increasing the spread of misinformation and hate speech on its platforms.
MPs to summon Elon Musk to testify about X's role in UK summer riots
UK MPs want Elon Musk to testify regarding X's role in spreading disinformation related to recent riots and harmful AI content.
Russian Disinformation Campaigns Eluded Meta's Efforts to Block Them
A Russian organization linked to the Kremlin posted 8,000 political ads on Facebook despite international sanctions, raising concerns over platform compliance with laws.
Political content on Instagram and Threads ramped up - BBC News
Meta will no longer allow users to opt out of unsolicited political content on Threads and Instagram, prioritizing free expression over user preference.
From Bannon to Musk: The decade that made misinformation the new normal
Disinformation and misinformation have become normalized in today's information ecosystem.
Russia tried to use the L.A. wildfires to spread anti-Ukraine propaganda
Pro-Kremlin accounts falsely claimed Ukrainian military mansions burned in LA wildfires, part of efforts to undermine Ukraine and U.S. support.
Meta is leaving its users to wade through hate and disinformation
Meta's termination of its fact-checking program risks increasing the spread of misinformation and hate speech on its platforms.
MPs to summon Elon Musk to testify about X's role in UK summer riots
UK MPs want Elon Musk to testify regarding X's role in spreading disinformation related to recent riots and harmful AI content.
Russian Disinformation Campaigns Eluded Meta's Efforts to Block Them
A Russian organization linked to the Kremlin posted 8,000 political ads on Facebook despite international sanctions, raising concerns over platform compliance with laws.
Stanford Law prof fires Meta as client, citing platform's 'descent into toxic masculinity'
Stanford Law professor Mark Lemley resigns from representing Meta due to concerns over the platform's promotion of toxic masculinity and disinformation.
Trump, Musk and Zuckerberg have declared war on facts and truth. The pushback must start now | Emily Bell
Zuckerberg's 2017 apology highlighted Facebook's public accountability, yet later shifts indicate a troubling alignment with misinformation and populist narratives.
Mark Zuckerberg Turns His Back on the Media
Zuckerberg initially prioritized content moderation to combat disinformation but has reversed this stance, now advocating for user-driven fact-checking.
Stanford Law prof fires Meta as client, citing platform's 'descent into toxic masculinity'
Stanford Law professor Mark Lemley resigns from representing Meta due to concerns over the platform's promotion of toxic masculinity and disinformation.
Trump, Musk and Zuckerberg have declared war on facts and truth. The pushback must start now | Emily Bell
Zuckerberg's 2017 apology highlighted Facebook's public accountability, yet later shifts indicate a troubling alignment with misinformation and populist narratives.
Mark Zuckerberg Turns His Back on the Media
Zuckerberg initially prioritized content moderation to combat disinformation but has reversed this stance, now advocating for user-driven fact-checking.
In his own words: Carter had fear for our democracy.'
Democracy in the U.S. is threatened by polarization and misinformation, necessitating immediate action to uphold electoral integrity.
US media is in big trouble but I find far less to be worried about at the Guardian | Margaret Sullivan
Corporate ownership of news compromises journalistic integrity, declining trust undermines democracy, and paywalls hinder access to accurate information.
Biden warns of danger posed by the 'tech industrial complex'
Biden warns of a growing tech oligopoly and the hazards of misinformation undermining democracy.
Rising 'epidemic of political lying' - Harvard Gazette
Political lying has become more prevalent and problematic over recent decades, as highlighted by Bill Adair's new book.
Musk and Putin's dual interference in Europe
Elon Musk's public commentary on European politics signifies a new form of interference, rattling established leaders and democratic processes.
The Guardian view on digital media: the case for better regulation must be made | Editorial
America is facing an epistemological crisis due to media fragmentation and polarization, threatening the foundation of democracy.
In his own words: Carter had fear for our democracy.'
Democracy in the U.S. is threatened by polarization and misinformation, necessitating immediate action to uphold electoral integrity.
US media is in big trouble but I find far less to be worried about at the Guardian | Margaret Sullivan
Corporate ownership of news compromises journalistic integrity, declining trust undermines democracy, and paywalls hinder access to accurate information.
Biden warns of danger posed by the 'tech industrial complex'
Biden warns of a growing tech oligopoly and the hazards of misinformation undermining democracy.
Rising 'epidemic of political lying' - Harvard Gazette
Political lying has become more prevalent and problematic over recent decades, as highlighted by Bill Adair's new book.
Musk and Putin's dual interference in Europe
Elon Musk's public commentary on European politics signifies a new form of interference, rattling established leaders and democratic processes.
The Guardian view on digital media: the case for better regulation must be made | Editorial
America is facing an epistemological crisis due to media fragmentation and polarization, threatening the foundation of democracy.
Biden Calls Meta's Ending of Fact-Checking Program Shameful'
Biden criticized Zuckerberg's decision to end Facebook's fact-checking program, calling it a shameful move against truth in America.
Global elections dodge deepfake threat
Meta successfully mitigated risks connected to AI-generated election misinformation and maintained its effectiveness in combating disinformation.
The company's policies and detection methods proved sufficient to handle disinformation, regardless of whether it stemmed from AI or human sources.
Latin American Fact-Checkers Brace for Meta's Next Moves
Meta's dismantling of its fact-checking program is a response to political pressures and competition, raising concerns about the spread of disinformation.
Meta says it has taken down about 20 covert influence operations in 2024
Meta has disrupted 20 covert influence operations and found minimal use of AI to manipulate voters in 2024, contrary to prior fears.
Biden Calls Meta's Ending of Fact-Checking Program Shameful'
Biden criticized Zuckerberg's decision to end Facebook's fact-checking program, calling it a shameful move against truth in America.
Global elections dodge deepfake threat
Meta successfully mitigated risks connected to AI-generated election misinformation and maintained its effectiveness in combating disinformation.
The company's policies and detection methods proved sufficient to handle disinformation, regardless of whether it stemmed from AI or human sources.
Latin American Fact-Checkers Brace for Meta's Next Moves
Meta's dismantling of its fact-checking program is a response to political pressures and competition, raising concerns about the spread of disinformation.
Meta says it has taken down about 20 covert influence operations in 2024
Meta has disrupted 20 covert influence operations and found minimal use of AI to manipulate voters in 2024, contrary to prior fears.
The overlooked complexities behind African migration DW 01/10/2025
Europe is increasingly adopting right-wing stances on migration, focusing on control and misinformation rather than understanding migrant perspectives.
Candace Owens doesn't want Ukraine to win war, calls Zelensky a 'homosexual actor'
Candace Owens made false claims about Ukrainian President Zelensky, stating he is a 'homosexual actor', influencing her stance against Ukrainian victory.
Man tells reporter LA wildfires were caused by gay people
The claim linking LGBTQ+ people to the cause of LA wildfires was quickly dismissed by reporters as unacceptable and unfounded.
Candace Owens doesn't want Ukraine to win war, calls Zelensky a 'homosexual actor'
Candace Owens made false claims about Ukrainian President Zelensky, stating he is a 'homosexual actor', influencing her stance against Ukrainian victory.
Man tells reporter LA wildfires were caused by gay people
The claim linking LGBTQ+ people to the cause of LA wildfires was quickly dismissed by reporters as unacceptable and unfounded.
People Think the Hollywood Sign Is on Fire Because of AI Slop
Far-right platforms are spreading disinformation about the Los Angeles wildfires, using AI-generated images to manipulate public perception and instigate racial division.
Renee DiResta, researcher: The problem is not misinformation, but people who only want information that makes them feel comfortable and happy'
Renee DiResta highlights the growing trend of disinformation and its impact on individuals and institutions, revealing the challenges faced by academia.
A tsunami of AI deepfakes was expected this election year. Here's why it didn't happen.
The anticipated wave of AI-generated disinformation during the 2024 elections did not occur, surprising many observers.
Video is AI's new frontier and it is so persuasive, we should all be worried | Victoria Turk
OpenAI's Sora marks a significant advancement in AI video generation, but it raises critical concerns about authenticity and the potential for misuse.
My AI-cloned voice was used to spread far-right propaganda. How do we stop the fake audio scam? | Georgina Findlay
AI voice cloning represents an alarming growth in scams, impersonating individuals without consent and leading to significant personal and financial risks.
Why AI-Generated Content Labeling Mandates Fall Short
Generative AI has great potential but also raises serious concerns about misuse and regulation.
A tsunami of AI deepfakes was expected this election year. Here's why it didn't happen.
The anticipated wave of AI-generated disinformation during the 2024 elections did not occur, surprising many observers.
Video is AI's new frontier and it is so persuasive, we should all be worried | Victoria Turk
OpenAI's Sora marks a significant advancement in AI video generation, but it raises critical concerns about authenticity and the potential for misuse.
My AI-cloned voice was used to spread far-right propaganda. How do we stop the fake audio scam? | Georgina Findlay
AI voice cloning represents an alarming growth in scams, impersonating individuals without consent and leading to significant personal and financial risks.
Why AI-Generated Content Labeling Mandates Fall Short
Generative AI has great potential but also raises serious concerns about misuse and regulation.
TikTok caught out with election disinformation ads
TikTok's moderation system showed flaws by approving misleading ads about voting, raising concerns over its effectiveness against disinformation.
TikTok failed to detect disinformation ahead of Irish general election | ITV News
TikTok's moderation system failed to detect disinformation in adverts related to the Irish election, raising concerns about voter misinformation.
EU investigates TikTok over alleged Russian meddling in Romanian vote
EU is investigating TikTok for possible breaches of the Digital Services Act concerning election content and disinformation.
Accountability for online platforms during elections is emphasized by EU officials, especially regarding any foreign interference.
Irish media regulator to jointly lead EU probe into TikTok
The European Commission suspects TikTok violated the Digital Services Act concerning election integrity during the Romanian presidential elections.
The European Union demands TikTok's response to Romanian files suggesting Moscow's role in vote
The Independent underscores the necessity of grassroots journalism in an era of misinformation and political polarization.
EU scrutiny of TikTok over alleged disinformation signals a broader shift towards regulating digital platforms in electoral processes.
EU investigates TikTok over alleged Russian meddling in Romanian vote
The EU is investigating TikTok for potential foreign interference in the Romanian presidential election, focusing on activated accounts influencing voter behavior.
TikTok caught out with election disinformation ads
TikTok's moderation system showed flaws by approving misleading ads about voting, raising concerns over its effectiveness against disinformation.
TikTok failed to detect disinformation ahead of Irish general election | ITV News
TikTok's moderation system failed to detect disinformation in adverts related to the Irish election, raising concerns about voter misinformation.
EU investigates TikTok over alleged Russian meddling in Romanian vote
EU is investigating TikTok for possible breaches of the Digital Services Act concerning election content and disinformation.
Accountability for online platforms during elections is emphasized by EU officials, especially regarding any foreign interference.
Irish media regulator to jointly lead EU probe into TikTok
The European Commission suspects TikTok violated the Digital Services Act concerning election integrity during the Romanian presidential elections.
The European Union demands TikTok's response to Romanian files suggesting Moscow's role in vote
The Independent underscores the necessity of grassroots journalism in an era of misinformation and political polarization.
EU scrutiny of TikTok over alleged disinformation signals a broader shift towards regulating digital platforms in electoral processes.
EU investigates TikTok over alleged Russian meddling in Romanian vote
The EU is investigating TikTok for potential foreign interference in the Romanian presidential election, focusing on activated accounts influencing voter behavior.