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Futurism
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Google Accuses Users of Exaggerating Problems With Its Disastrous AI Search Tool

Misinformation and fake news have been circulating regarding Google's AI Overviews search feature, highlighting the need for fact-checking. [ more ]
Nieman Lab
2 weeks ago
Media industry

What's with the rise of "fact-based journalism"?

The term 'fact-based journalism' gained prominence in response to the rise of 'fake news' during Trump's presidency. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago
Writing

The Great Wave by Michiko Kakutani review overcoming permacrisis'

Michiko Kakutani transitioned from being a renowned book critic to analyzing American public life, focusing on the challenges of democracy in the age of Trump. [ more ]
NPR.org
6 years ago
Media industry

The Psychology Of Fake News

Fake news is now a subject of scientific research, examining its impact on individuals, institutions, and society. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
Europe news

NOT REAL NEWS: A look at what didn't happen this week

France did not deploy troops to fight alongside Ukraine against Russia. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
1 month ago
LA Clippers

Stephen A. Smith Fell For a Fake Post From Known Troll Account and Reported It on First Take

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith fell for a fake Instagram post by a player during an episode of First Take, highlighting the issue of misinformation in sports reporting. [ more ]
Futurism
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Google Accuses Users of Exaggerating Problems With Its Disastrous AI Search Tool

Misinformation and fake news have been circulating regarding Google's AI Overviews search feature, highlighting the need for fact-checking. [ more ]
Nieman Lab
2 weeks ago
Media industry

What's with the rise of "fact-based journalism"?

The term 'fact-based journalism' gained prominence in response to the rise of 'fake news' during Trump's presidency. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago
Writing

The Great Wave by Michiko Kakutani review overcoming permacrisis'

Michiko Kakutani transitioned from being a renowned book critic to analyzing American public life, focusing on the challenges of democracy in the age of Trump. [ more ]
NPR.org
6 years ago
Media industry

The Psychology Of Fake News

Fake news is now a subject of scientific research, examining its impact on individuals, institutions, and society. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
Europe news

NOT REAL NEWS: A look at what didn't happen this week

France did not deploy troops to fight alongside Ukraine against Russia. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
1 month ago
LA Clippers

Stephen A. Smith Fell For a Fake Post From Known Troll Account and Reported It on First Take

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith fell for a fake Instagram post by a player during an episode of First Take, highlighting the issue of misinformation in sports reporting. [ more ]
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WIRED
6 months ago
Media industry

4 Tips to Spot Misinformation on the Web

Misinformation is prevalent online, including fake news, half-truths, and propaganda fueled by AI-powered deep fakes.
Reputable sources and multiple verifiable sources are key to filtering truth from lies online.
Checking the history and context of sources can help determine their credibility. [ more ]
San Jose Inside
7 months ago
Education

Lessons in How to Spot 'Fake News' Will Be Required in All California Schools

California will require all K-12 students to learn media literacy skills to combat misinformation online.
The new law aims to teach students to recognize reliable news sources and think critically about the information they encounter on the internet.
Media literacy is seen as crucial for democracy and combating the rise of fake news and conspiracy theories. [ more ]
WIRED
6 months ago
Media industry

4 Tips to Spot Misinformation on the Web

Misinformation is prevalent online, including fake news, half-truths, and propaganda fueled by AI-powered deep fakes.
Reputable sources and multiple verifiable sources are key to filtering truth from lies online.
Checking the history and context of sources can help determine their credibility. [ more ]
San Jose Inside
7 months ago
Education

Lessons in How to Spot 'Fake News' Will Be Required in All California Schools

California will require all K-12 students to learn media literacy skills to combat misinformation online.
The new law aims to teach students to recognize reliable news sources and think critically about the information they encounter on the internet.
Media literacy is seen as crucial for democracy and combating the rise of fake news and conspiracy theories. [ more ]
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The Conversation
6 months ago
Online marketing

Disinformation is part and parcel of social media's business model, new research shows

Deceptive online content is a lucrative business fueled by the digital advertising market.
Social media platforms profit from the spread of disinformation, while advertisers turn a blind eye. [ more ]
Coindesk
7 months ago
Cryptocurrency

Solana, Avalanche, Chainlink Tumble 8%-12% as Crypto Rally Cools Amid Fake BlackRock XRP Trust Filing

Sharp declines in altcoins led cryptocurrency markets lower on Monday.
The downturn was triggered by fake news of a corporate registration for the iShares XRP Trust.
BTC and ETH also experienced losses during the market downturn. [ more ]
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