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Exhibition exploring the history of 'fake news' opens in Budapest

The 'Fake for Real' exhibition examines the historical impact of deceit and forgery through artefacts, showing its deep historical roots and implications.
#misinformation

AI fakes, abuse and misinformation pushed to young voters on TikTok

Young voters in key battlegrounds are exposed to fake AI-generated videos, misinformation, and divisive content on TikTok, influencing their political views.

Journalism Matters: Three quarters of Brits value trusted journalism more than ever

The role of journalism is increasingly acknowledged as vital to democracy, especially in combating misinformation and holding power accountable.

Popular News App Caught Publishing Completely Untrue AI Articles

NewsBreak, a popular news app, has been found to publish fake news articles generated by AI, leading to real-world consequences.

Advertisers Are Misinformed About The Ad Industry's Misinformation Problem | AdExchanger

Advertisers often unknowingly fund fake news sites, despite using ad tech vendors for protection.

Russian Troll Farms Blamed for Fake Viral Story That Kamala Harris Ran Over a 13-Year-Old Girl

A fabricated news story about Kamala Harris was linked to a Russian influence campaign, highlighting ongoing misinformation tactics.

Kamala Harris's Facial Expressions Throughout The Debate Are Now The Best Meme

Trump made several false claims on various topics during the debate, prompting moderators to fact-check him immediately.

AI fakes, abuse and misinformation pushed to young voters on TikTok

Young voters in key battlegrounds are exposed to fake AI-generated videos, misinformation, and divisive content on TikTok, influencing their political views.

Journalism Matters: Three quarters of Brits value trusted journalism more than ever

The role of journalism is increasingly acknowledged as vital to democracy, especially in combating misinformation and holding power accountable.

Popular News App Caught Publishing Completely Untrue AI Articles

NewsBreak, a popular news app, has been found to publish fake news articles generated by AI, leading to real-world consequences.

Advertisers Are Misinformed About The Ad Industry's Misinformation Problem | AdExchanger

Advertisers often unknowingly fund fake news sites, despite using ad tech vendors for protection.

Russian Troll Farms Blamed for Fake Viral Story That Kamala Harris Ran Over a 13-Year-Old Girl

A fabricated news story about Kamala Harris was linked to a Russian influence campaign, highlighting ongoing misinformation tactics.

Kamala Harris's Facial Expressions Throughout The Debate Are Now The Best Meme

Trump made several false claims on various topics during the debate, prompting moderators to fact-check him immediately.
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#disinformation

Disinformation and AI: the industrial revolution?

AI advancements enable widespread creation of fake news at low cost
AI tools like deep fakes are increasingly sophisticated and distributed

How to spot 'cheapfakes' online, according to 2 misinformation experts

Disinformation in the Israel-Hamas conflict often relies on cheapfakes, misleading videos detached from actual events, creating confusion and emotional responses.

U.S. intelligence says Russians created fake CA news site to fabricate Harris scandal

Russian operatives produced a fake news story damaging to Kamala Harris's campaign, further exemplifying their interference efforts in U.S. elections.

A Russian Disinfo Campaign Is Using Comment Sections to Seed Pro-Trump Conspiracy Theories

A Russian disinformation campaign is using fake social media accounts to spread false narratives about the US election.

Twitter 'supersharers' of fake news tend to be older women

A small group of Twitter users disproportionately shared fake news during the 2020 US presidential election, impacting political reality for many.

Disinformation crisis unit on rapid alert around European elections

Fighting disinformation and foreign interference ahead of European elections is crucial, as seen through the establishment of rapid alert teams and a post-election disinformation crisis unit.

Disinformation and AI: the industrial revolution?

AI advancements enable widespread creation of fake news at low cost
AI tools like deep fakes are increasingly sophisticated and distributed

How to spot 'cheapfakes' online, according to 2 misinformation experts

Disinformation in the Israel-Hamas conflict often relies on cheapfakes, misleading videos detached from actual events, creating confusion and emotional responses.

U.S. intelligence says Russians created fake CA news site to fabricate Harris scandal

Russian operatives produced a fake news story damaging to Kamala Harris's campaign, further exemplifying their interference efforts in U.S. elections.

A Russian Disinfo Campaign Is Using Comment Sections to Seed Pro-Trump Conspiracy Theories

A Russian disinformation campaign is using fake social media accounts to spread false narratives about the US election.

Twitter 'supersharers' of fake news tend to be older women

A small group of Twitter users disproportionately shared fake news during the 2020 US presidential election, impacting political reality for many.

Disinformation crisis unit on rapid alert around European elections

Fighting disinformation and foreign interference ahead of European elections is crucial, as seen through the establishment of rapid alert teams and a post-election disinformation crisis unit.
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#trump

Donald Trump falsely accuses CBS of doctoring Kamala Harris interview & threatens investigation - LGBTQ Nation

Trump falsely claims 60 Minutes edited Kamala Harris's interview to distort her image, without evidence, calling for an investigation and apology.

Trump makes xenophobia the centerpiece of his campaign

Trump continues to use xenophobic and racist rhetoric from 2016 to pursue the presidency, focusing on illegal immigration as a scapegoat.

Donald Trump falsely accuses CBS of doctoring Kamala Harris interview & threatens investigation - LGBTQ Nation

Trump falsely claims 60 Minutes edited Kamala Harris's interview to distort her image, without evidence, calling for an investigation and apology.

Trump makes xenophobia the centerpiece of his campaign

Trump continues to use xenophobic and racist rhetoric from 2016 to pursue the presidency, focusing on illegal immigration as a scapegoat.
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#elon-musk

Opinion | What Trump Did to the G.O.P., Musk Did to Twitter

Elon Musk prioritized boosting his Twitter engagement over the Super Bowl, showcasing a troubling obsession with social media validation.

Goldberg: What Trump did to Republicans, Musk did to Twitter

Elon Musk prioritized his social media visibility over the integrity of Twitter, altering the platform's algorithm to boost his tweet exposure.

Opinion | What Trump Did to the G.O.P., Musk Did to Twitter

Elon Musk prioritized boosting his Twitter engagement over the Super Bowl, showcasing a troubling obsession with social media validation.

Goldberg: What Trump did to Republicans, Musk did to Twitter

Elon Musk prioritized his social media visibility over the integrity of Twitter, altering the platform's algorithm to boost his tweet exposure.
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#kamala-harris

Eating pets, rally mocking and Abdul': The debate's oddest moments

Trump's bizarre pet-eating claim reflects misinformation and adds distraction to serious debate topics like economy and immigration.

Trump Rages At Fake News Reporters' Over McDonald's Story In Rally Rant Vows Next Week' He'll Try French Fry Job'

Trump criticized reporters for not covering his claims about Kamala Harris's McDonald's employment, asserting they are 'fake news.'

Eating pets, rally mocking and Abdul': The debate's oddest moments

Trump's bizarre pet-eating claim reflects misinformation and adds distraction to serious debate topics like economy and immigration.

Trump Rages At Fake News Reporters' Over McDonald's Story In Rally Rant Vows Next Week' He'll Try French Fry Job'

Trump criticized reporters for not covering his claims about Kamala Harris's McDonald's employment, asserting they are 'fake news.'
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Behind the Curtain: The worst of 2016 and 2020 unite

Mistrust of government and rising political violence threaten U.S. democracy, especially as the 2024 election approaches.

Trump's VP pick JD Vance defends spreading false story about migrants

Republican politicians are spreading false rumors about Haitian immigrants, asserting that such political narratives serve a purpose despite lacking evidence.

How Vance and Trump's Lies About Springfield, Ohio Continue to Unravel

Authorities deny rumors of migrants eating pets in Springfield, emphasizing no credible reports exist.
#journalism

Columnists quit Jewish Chronicle over Gaza stories based on fabrications'

Prominent columnists resigned from the Jewish Chronicle in protest over published articles based on fabricated claims regarding the Gaza conflict.

A Franciscan friar has Pope Francis's ear on AI

Friar Paolo Benanti is the Vatican's expert on artificial intelligence and ethics, advising Pope Francis on the technology and connecting with Silicon Valley engineers and executives.
Benanti is part of the United Nations' Advisory Body on Artificial Intelligence and leads an Italian government commission on safeguarding journalism from fake news.

Columnists quit Jewish Chronicle over Gaza stories based on fabrications'

Prominent columnists resigned from the Jewish Chronicle in protest over published articles based on fabricated claims regarding the Gaza conflict.

A Franciscan friar has Pope Francis's ear on AI

Friar Paolo Benanti is the Vatican's expert on artificial intelligence and ethics, advising Pope Francis on the technology and connecting with Silicon Valley engineers and executives.
Benanti is part of the United Nations' Advisory Body on Artificial Intelligence and leads an Italian government commission on safeguarding journalism from fake news.
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Dave Grohl slams viral Instagram photo claiming to be his love child after affair reveal

Dave Grohl has denied claims of fathering a child out of wedlock and addressed his infidelity publicly.

Travis Kelce's reps deny PR strategy' for Taylor Swift breakup on Sept. 28

The alleged breakup strategy document for Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift is entirely false and denounced by Kelce's representatives.
#social-media

Spamouflage trolls pretend to be American patriots on X

China-linked accounts are returning to influence the U.S. presidential election through fake personas on social media platforms.

Scientists Find That a Tiny Proportion of People Spread Almost All the Fake News, and They Turn Out to Be Exactly Who You'd Expect

A small group of 'supersharers' primarily older white conservative women in red states spread the majority of fake news on social media during the 2020 election.

The Foreign Pro-Trump Fake News Industry Has Pivoted To American Patriotism

Foreign click farmers exploit American patriotism on Facebook, using AI to generate misleading content for profit.

Clapper Launches "the Newsroom" to Promote Unbiased News and Combat Censorship | HackerNoon

Clapper launches The Newsroom to combat fake news and promote respectful dialogue, catering to users seeking reliable information and free speech.

No, French president Emmanuel Macron wasn't pictured snogging a male friend (sorry)

Fake images circulating online falsely depicting President Macron as gay divert attention from real news and promote homophobia.

Messing with Facebook's new Meta AI: a fake NFL football rumor and some potty humor | Opinion

Facebook's Meta AI acknowledges and responds to fake news on the platform.

Spamouflage trolls pretend to be American patriots on X

China-linked accounts are returning to influence the U.S. presidential election through fake personas on social media platforms.

Scientists Find That a Tiny Proportion of People Spread Almost All the Fake News, and They Turn Out to Be Exactly Who You'd Expect

A small group of 'supersharers' primarily older white conservative women in red states spread the majority of fake news on social media during the 2020 election.

The Foreign Pro-Trump Fake News Industry Has Pivoted To American Patriotism

Foreign click farmers exploit American patriotism on Facebook, using AI to generate misleading content for profit.

Clapper Launches "the Newsroom" to Promote Unbiased News and Combat Censorship | HackerNoon

Clapper launches The Newsroom to combat fake news and promote respectful dialogue, catering to users seeking reliable information and free speech.

No, French president Emmanuel Macron wasn't pictured snogging a male friend (sorry)

Fake images circulating online falsely depicting President Macron as gay divert attention from real news and promote homophobia.

Messing with Facebook's new Meta AI: a fake NFL football rumor and some potty humor | Opinion

Facebook's Meta AI acknowledges and responds to fake news on the platform.
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Joe Rogan Accuses MSNBC of Deceptively Edited' Clip Making It Seem Like He's Pro-Kamala Harris: A Real Lie!'

Joe Rogan denied rumors of suing MSNBC, accusing them of deceptively editing his comments about Kamala Harris and Tulsi Gabbard.

Daniel Lurie Campaign Paying Google to Run Fake, Anti-Mark Farrell Headlines on Real News Articles

Political manipulation in search results raises ethical concerns.
Campaigns can influence public perception through misleading Google headlines.

Prince Harry issues warning on spread of online fake news after UK riots

Prince Harry highlighted the urgent need for collective vigilance against online fake news during his address at an online safety summit in Colombia.

Wyoming Reporter Resigns After Using A.I. to Fabricate Quotes

A reporter's misuse of generative AI led to fabricated quotes and significant ethical concerns in journalism.
#iran

Iran is already trying to hack presidential campaign officials leading up to 2024 Election Day

Iranian hackers targeted U.S. political campaigns with spear-phishing emails linking to actor-controlled domains.
Iran, alongside Russia and China, is increasingly aggressive in targeting U.S. elections with fake news stories circulating to undermine campaigns.

Microsoft: Iran makes late play to meddle in U.S. elections

Iran intensifies interference in U.S. elections through fake news and hacking campaigns.

Iran is already trying to hack presidential campaign officials leading up to 2024 Election Day

Iranian hackers targeted U.S. political campaigns with spear-phishing emails linking to actor-controlled domains.
Iran, alongside Russia and China, is increasingly aggressive in targeting U.S. elections with fake news stories circulating to undermine campaigns.

Microsoft: Iran makes late play to meddle in U.S. elections

Iran intensifies interference in U.S. elections through fake news and hacking campaigns.
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#artificial-intelligence

DIY Fake News Detector: Unmask misinformation with Recurrent Neural Networks | HackerNoon

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning are pivotal in combatting the upsurge of fake news, restoring faith in information sources and media.

Fake news: Who's better at detecting it? DW 01/22/2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) could flood screens with fake news in 2024 elections, potentially influencing outcomes.
A study found that people's ability to distinguish true and fake news is linked to their education and voting preferences.

Lawyer Sanctioned For Trying To File A Fake News Article As An Exhibit

Edward C. Chung entered a fake news article as evidence in court proceedings, resulting in sanctions against him.
The incident highlights the potential risks of using artificial intelligence to generate legal content, as it could produce plausible but entirely fake articles.

DIY Fake News Detector: Unmask misinformation with Recurrent Neural Networks | HackerNoon

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning are pivotal in combatting the upsurge of fake news, restoring faith in information sources and media.

Fake news: Who's better at detecting it? DW 01/22/2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) could flood screens with fake news in 2024 elections, potentially influencing outcomes.
A study found that people's ability to distinguish true and fake news is linked to their education and voting preferences.

Lawyer Sanctioned For Trying To File A Fake News Article As An Exhibit

Edward C. Chung entered a fake news article as evidence in court proceedings, resulting in sanctions against him.
The incident highlights the potential risks of using artificial intelligence to generate legal content, as it could produce plausible but entirely fake articles.
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No, CBS aren't making a 'trans Sheldon' Big Bang Theory spin-off - it was a joke

There is no actual trans Sheldon 'The Big Bang Theory' spin-off; it was a parody by Poo Crave.

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.

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.

The Psychology Of Fake News

Fake news is now a subject of scientific research, examining its impact on individuals, institutions, and society.

No, Venus Williams did not refuse to play against a trans athlete- it's fake news

The misinformation about Venus Williams refusing to play a trans woman was a joke from a satire site, not factual.

Biden is crying fake news so loudly, you'd think he was . . . Trump

President Biden criticized for handling of media

EU is pressuring Meta due to fears of Russian interference in elections

EU warns Meta to address fake news and potential Russian interference in elections within five days

David Pecker, Ex-National Enquirer Publisher, Details How He Aided Trump

David Pecker testified about the symbiotic relationship between Trump and The National Enquirer, confessing to publishing fake news and arranging to suppress negative information.
#politics

How Blatantly False Headlines Can Distort What We Believe In

Voters assume politicians lie about two-fifths of the time.
Exposure to blatant lies can increase belief in more ambiguous falsehoods.

Susan Hall 'pay-per-mile' social media image slammed by Labour as 'fake news'

Tories claim Sadiq Khan will impose pay-per-mile charges for driving.
Critics accuse Tory candidate of spreading fake news about Khan's plans.

How Blatantly False Headlines Can Distort What We Believe In

Voters assume politicians lie about two-fifths of the time.
Exposure to blatant lies can increase belief in more ambiguous falsehoods.

Susan Hall 'pay-per-mile' social media image slammed by Labour as 'fake news'

Tories claim Sadiq Khan will impose pay-per-mile charges for driving.
Critics accuse Tory candidate of spreading fake news about Khan's plans.
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#donald-trump

Trump Lashes Out at AI Photos Making Him Look Fatter in First Comments After Devastating Fraud Ruling

Donald Trump criticizes fake AI-generated photos of himself golfing.
Trump's response to the AI photos came shortly after a judge ordered him to pay $354 million in damages and banned him from doing business in New York for three years.

Trump Shares Debunked Claim About NY Governor Hochul Being 'Asked to Leave' Slain NYPD Officer's Wake

Trump shared a fake news video on his Truth Social handle regarding Governor Hochul.
Trump's attendance at the wake of fallen officer caused media reactions and accusations of political exploitation.

Trump Lashes Out at AI Photos Making Him Look Fatter in First Comments After Devastating Fraud Ruling

Donald Trump criticizes fake AI-generated photos of himself golfing.
Trump's response to the AI photos came shortly after a judge ordered him to pay $354 million in damages and banned him from doing business in New York for three years.

Trump Shares Debunked Claim About NY Governor Hochul Being 'Asked to Leave' Slain NYPD Officer's Wake

Trump shared a fake news video on his Truth Social handle regarding Governor Hochul.
Trump's attendance at the wake of fallen officer caused media reactions and accusations of political exploitation.
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Ex-Mediazona Publisher Sentenced In Absentia In Moscow

Pyotr Verzilov sentenced in absentia to 8 years in prison for distributing fake news
Verzilov faced retrial due to procedural violations, holds Russian and Canadian citizenship

The Guardian view on fake campaign videos: the costs of spreading false information are real | Editorial

Conservative party caught spreading election disinformation against London mayor.
Tories resort to underhand tactics due to uninspiring candidate in London.

This image of an explosion behind Putin's 'stability' billboard is literally too good to be true

The viral photo of an explosion behind a campaign poster for Vladimir Putin's reelection was actually created by a Ukrainian designer using artificial intelligence and Photoshop.
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AI-Generated Fake News Is Coming to an Election Near You

AI-generated misinformation can be misleading and plausible-sounding
People have difficulty distinguishing between human and AI-generated misinformation

Google starts rollout of restrictions on AI as key global election year looms

Google is rolling out restrictions on election-related queries for its AI chatbot Gemini to prevent the spread of fake news.
India with 900 million registered voters is a key focus for Google's efforts to provide high-quality information during elections.

AI-Generated Fake News Is Coming to an Election Near You

AI-generated misinformation can be misleading and plausible-sounding
People have difficulty distinguishing between human and AI-generated misinformation

Google starts rollout of restrictions on AI as key global election year looms

Google is rolling out restrictions on election-related queries for its AI chatbot Gemini to prevent the spread of fake news.
India with 900 million registered voters is a key focus for Google's efforts to provide high-quality information during elections.
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Fake news about Kremlin critic Navalny aims to discredit him after his death

Doctored images and fake news are circulating to discredit Navalny's reputation and family
Several widely spread fake news items about Navalny have been debunked
#ai-generated-content

Analysts Warn of Spread of AI-Generated News Sites

The rise of AI-generated content on fake news websites threatens media trust.
These websites mimic legitimate news sources but lack human oversight and aim to generate ad revenue.

How disinformation from a Russian AI spam farm ended up on top of Google search results

Russian disinformation propagated at lightning speed, originating from fake websites and AI-generated content.

Analysts Warn of Spread of AI-Generated News Sites

The rise of AI-generated content on fake news websites threatens media trust.
These websites mimic legitimate news sources but lack human oversight and aim to generate ad revenue.

How disinformation from a Russian AI spam farm ended up on top of Google search results

Russian disinformation propagated at lightning speed, originating from fake websites and AI-generated content.
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Research: 3 in 4 U.S. adults can discern real political news headlines from fake ones

About 75% of adults in the U.S. can discern real political news headlines from fake ones.
Demographic factors, not partisanship, were a stronger predictor of avoiding fake news.

Fact-checking journalism is evolving, not stagnating

Fake news has played a role in recent global events like elections, the COVID pandemic, and conflicts.
The number of fact-checking organizations has stagnated, but some regions like Africa, the Middle East, and Asia are still seeing growth.

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.

Deluge of fake news websites threatens to drown out truth during US election

Political groups use fake news sites to influence 2024 election

Rise in the number of young people paying for access to online news

Online news surpasses television in popularity for the first time in Ireland. Trust in news remains high, with an increasing number paying for content and concerns about fake news.
#russian-embassy

Russia denies coercing Nigerian students to fight in Ukraine DW 06/13/2024

Russian Embassy in Nigeria denies reports of coercing Nigerian students in Russia to aid in Ukraine invasion.

Russia denies coercing Nigerian students to fight in Ukraine DW 06/13/2024

Russian embassy in Nigeria denies claims of coercing Nigerian students in Russia to join military.

Russia denies coercing Nigerian students to fight in Ukraine DW 06/13/2024

Russian Embassy in Nigeria denies reports of coercing Nigerian students in Russia to aid in Ukraine invasion.

Russia denies coercing Nigerian students to fight in Ukraine DW 06/13/2024

Russian embassy in Nigeria denies claims of coercing Nigerian students in Russia to join military.
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