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#health-policy
fromThe Verge
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

RFK Jr.'s 'Make America Healthy Again' report seems riddled with AI slop

fromThe Verge
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

RFK Jr.'s 'Make America Healthy Again' report seems riddled with AI slop

Artificial intelligence
fromHackernoon
11 months ago

Taming AI Hallucinations: Mitigating Hallucinations in AI Apps with Human-in-the-Loop Testing | HackerNoon

AI hallucinations, where incorrect information is presented confidently, pose serious risks to various industries.
#social-media
Artificial intelligence
fromHubspot
2 weeks ago

Debunked by AI: The future of misinformation on social

AI has significantly advanced image and video generation capabilities, making creation accessible to almost anyone.
Misinformation has evolved into sophisticated, emotionally charged content using AI, posing new challenges for social media.
Artificial intelligence
fromtime.com
3 days ago

Google's New AI Tool Generates Convincing Deepfakes of Riots, Conflict, and Election Fraud

Veo 3 can generate realistic but misleading videos, posing serious threats for misinformation and social unrest.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

OpenAI takes down covert operations tied to China and other countries

Chinese operatives are utilizing ChatGPT for social media manipulation and internal documentation, signaling heightened influence tactics.
Marketing tech
fromMarTech
2 weeks ago

Misinformation is exploding, and your brand is next | MarTech

Misinformation negatively impacts brand credibility, necessitating marketers' response and education to combat false claims.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

More than half of top 100 mental health TikToks contain misinformation, study finds

Over half of popular TikTok mental health advice videos contain misinformation, posing risks to users seeking help.
Artificial intelligence
fromHubspot
2 weeks ago

Debunked by AI: The future of misinformation on social

AI has significantly advanced image and video generation capabilities, making creation accessible to almost anyone.
Misinformation has evolved into sophisticated, emotionally charged content using AI, posing new challenges for social media.
Artificial intelligence
fromtime.com
3 days ago

Google's New AI Tool Generates Convincing Deepfakes of Riots, Conflict, and Election Fraud

Veo 3 can generate realistic but misleading videos, posing serious threats for misinformation and social unrest.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

OpenAI takes down covert operations tied to China and other countries

Chinese operatives are utilizing ChatGPT for social media manipulation and internal documentation, signaling heightened influence tactics.
Marketing tech
fromMarTech
2 weeks ago

Misinformation is exploding, and your brand is next | MarTech

Misinformation negatively impacts brand credibility, necessitating marketers' response and education to combat false claims.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

More than half of top 100 mental health TikToks contain misinformation, study finds

Over half of popular TikTok mental health advice videos contain misinformation, posing risks to users seeking help.
#health
Parenting
fromwww.esquire.com
3 weeks ago

5 Evidence-Based Reasons to Get Your Kid Vaccinated, From Dr. Harvey Karp

Vaccines are overwhelmingly safe and crucial for preventing severe diseases in children.
fromFast Company
2 days ago
Social media marketing

TikTok bans the #SkinnyTok hashtag for unhealthy weight-loss content. Will it actually solve the problem?

Parenting
fromwww.esquire.com
3 weeks ago

5 Evidence-Based Reasons to Get Your Kid Vaccinated, From Dr. Harvey Karp

Vaccines are overwhelmingly safe and crucial for preventing severe diseases in children.
fromFast Company
2 days ago
Social media marketing

TikTok bans the #SkinnyTok hashtag for unhealthy weight-loss content. Will it actually solve the problem?

fromBuzzFeed
1 day ago

Here's How You Can Survive Those Rage-Inducing Interactions With MAGA Relatives

First and foremost, you have to remember who it is that you're speaking to... you can go back in your mind to remember who they were before.
Parenting
Marketing tech
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Wake-up call for CEOs: How misinformation is redefining resilience

Misinformation poses emerging risks to corporate America during a volatile period marked by extreme weather and crises.
#journalism
#artificial-intelligence
Artificial intelligence
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

Musk Built the MAGA Chatbot of His Dreams. Then It Wouldn't Shut Up About "White Genocide."

Elon Musk's xAI chatbot Grok has alarming tendencies to discuss conspiracy theories, particularly white genocide, raising concerns about AI's role in misinformation.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Fact check: How trustworthy are AI fact checks? DW 05/16/2025

The functionality of Grok raises questions about the reliability of AI-generated information, particularly concerning sensitive topics.
Many users rely on AI tools like Grok for fact checking, but their accuracy remains questionable.
Artificial intelligence
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

Musk Built the MAGA Chatbot of His Dreams. Then It Wouldn't Shut Up About "White Genocide."

Elon Musk's xAI chatbot Grok has alarming tendencies to discuss conspiracy theories, particularly white genocide, raising concerns about AI's role in misinformation.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Fact check: How trustworthy are AI fact checks? DW 05/16/2025

The functionality of Grok raises questions about the reliability of AI-generated information, particularly concerning sensitive topics.
Many users rely on AI tools like Grok for fact checking, but their accuracy remains questionable.
Alternative medicine
fromThe Nation
2 days ago

The Misinformation Campaign Trying to Bring Down Abortion Pills

Medication abortion is safe and effective, but it faces political attacks driven by misinformation and poor scientific claims.
#public-health
Online marketing
fromThe Conversation
2 days ago

Google searches for information about cancer lead to targeted ads from alternative clinics

Google dominates online searches but poses risks of exposing users to health misinformation through its advertising model.
US news
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

The Commons: Why the COVID Deniers Won

The COVID vaccine resistance stems from political strife, misinformation, and mistrust of the healthcare system.
Online marketing
fromThe Conversation
2 days ago

Google searches for information about cancer lead to targeted ads from alternative clinics

Google dominates online searches but poses risks of exposing users to health misinformation through its advertising model.
Cancer
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Cancer experts warn of coffee enemas and juice diets amid rise in misinformation

Cancer misinformation leads patients to avoid effective treatments, endangering their lives.
US news
fromTruthout
6 days ago

RFK Jr.'s Answer to US Health Crisis Is Citations Made Up by AI

The White House's health report is plagued by AI-generated misinformation, endangering public health.
US Elections
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Fact check: Misinformation after Biden's cancer diagnosis DW 05/20/2025

Joe Biden diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer has sparked a wave of misinformation and speculation, particularly from political opponents.
World news
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Inflation, Energy, And Armed Conflict: What Developed Countries Are Most Worried About

Economic downturn concerns dominate in developed countries, while misinformation fears intensify amidst global volatility.
The Global Risks Report indicates heightened anxieties across both developed and developing nations.
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

TSA refutes popular food blog, says Costco cards are not acceptable ID

"Yes, it's true: TSA has frequently accepted Costco membership cards as a form of valid ID," the blog post reads, arguing it meets TSA's requirements because it has your full name and photo on it.
SF food
US news
fromPoynter
2 days ago

We're tracking the rising threats to press freedom - Poynter

Press freedom, a fundamental right, is increasingly under threat in America, notably through organized hostility and political attacks, primarily seen during Trump's presidency.
Online Community Development
fromNature
3 days ago

Disaster relief needs community trust - authorities must earn it

FEMA's response to Hurricane Helene highlighted the need for improved community engagement to combat misinformation and build trust.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Fact check: Posts don't show recent Russia-Ukraine attacks DW 06/02/2025

Drone strikes intensify as Russia and Ukraine prepare for potential negotiations, with misinformation circulating on social media regarding military actions.
#politics
#public-safety
Liverpool FC
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Liverpool parade crash driver appears in UK court

A car drove into a crowd after Liverpool's trophy parade, injuring 79 people, leading to serious charges against the driver.
#ai
Artificial intelligence
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

AI-Generated Videos and the Perils That They Bring With Them | HackerNoon

AI video tools democratize filmmaking for everyone, enhancing accessibility but raise concerns over misinformation and industry disruption.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

Elon Musk's Grok AI Can't Stop Talking About 'White Genocide'

Grok, Elon Musk's AI chatbot, malfunctioned by repeatedly discussing white genocide in unrelated conversations on X.
Artificial intelligence
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

AI-Generated Videos and the Perils That They Bring With Them | HackerNoon

AI video tools democratize filmmaking for everyone, enhancing accessibility but raise concerns over misinformation and industry disruption.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

Elon Musk's Grok AI Can't Stop Talking About 'White Genocide'

Grok, Elon Musk's AI chatbot, malfunctioned by repeatedly discussing white genocide in unrelated conversations on X.
Privacy technologies
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

How Memory Helps Us Resist Misinformation

Resistance to misinformation fades unless people retain how to spot manipulation over time.
Text and video-based interventions boost memory and offer longer-lasting protection than games.
Memory, not just motivation, is the key to building durable defenses against false information.
Black Lives Matter
fromPoynter
1 week ago

George Floyd did not die of a drug overdose. Why does misinformation about his death persist? - Poynter

Chauvin's conviction was overshadowed by false narratives blaming Floyd's death on drug overdose rather than police misconduct.
Persistent misinformation regarding Floyd's death has implications for criminal accountability and police reforms.
#media-literacy
Media industry
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 weeks ago

Screenless multi-sensory device concept helps visualize media misinformation - Yanko Design

Mass media often encompasses hidden agendas and misinformation, challenging the notion of objective truth.
Niice Studio's TOTEM serves as a sensory barometer for assessing media reliability, rather than a traditional fact-checker.
Media industry
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 weeks ago

Screenless multi-sensory device concept helps visualize media misinformation - Yanko Design

Mass media often encompasses hidden agendas and misinformation, challenging the notion of objective truth.
Niice Studio's TOTEM serves as a sensory barometer for assessing media reliability, rather than a traditional fact-checker.
#trump
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Trump's debunked 'burial site' video reopens 'wounds,' says victim's son

Trump falsely claims genocide of white Afrikaner farmers in South Africa, citing misleading video evidence.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Right-wing politics

Trump's evidence of South Africa white genocide' contains images from Democratic Republic of Congo

Trump's claims of genocide against white farmers in South Africa were based on misleading and inaccurate evidence.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

Trump Holds Up Photo To Show South African Genocide' But It's from Another Country

Trump misrepresented a photo to claim genocide in South Africa, causing controversy during his meeting with President Ramaphosa.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Trump's debunked 'burial site' video reopens 'wounds,' says victim's son

Trump falsely claims genocide of white Afrikaner farmers in South Africa, citing misleading video evidence.
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Google's Veo 3 AI video generator is a slop monger's dream

AI-generated videos now feature highly convincing audio, making them appear very realistic.
Google's Veo 3 model can generate sound autonomously, enhancing video realism.
The capabilities of AI in video generation raise concerns about misinformation.
#ai-ethics
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Elon Musk's AI Just Went There

Grok AI, developed by Elon Musk, exhibits skepticism towards established Holocaust death toll figures, igniting controversy and concerns over the integrity of the chatbot.
fromFuturism
3 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Elon Musk's Unhinged Grok AI Is Rambling About "White Genocide" in Completely Unrelated Tweets

Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Elon Musk's AI Just Went There

Grok AI, developed by Elon Musk, exhibits skepticism towards established Holocaust death toll figures, igniting controversy and concerns over the integrity of the chatbot.
fromFuturism
3 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Elon Musk's Unhinged Grok AI Is Rambling About "White Genocide" in Completely Unrelated Tweets

Left-wing politics
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Douglas Murray: DC killings show how Americans are being incited to kill Jews by anti-Israel propaganda

The spread of misinformation about Israel has significant and dangerous real-world consequences, exemplified by recent violent attacks.
#health-communication
philosophy
fromA Philosopher's Blog
2 weeks ago

Critical Thinking & Pandemics III: Argument from Authority

Critical evaluation of information sources is vital during pandemics to differentiate between expert advice and misinformation.
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago
US Elections

Fact check: Misinformation after Biden's cancer diagnosis DW 05/20/2025

Misinformation about Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis has sparked widespread speculation and concern, emphasizing the need for accurate health communication.
philosophy
fromA Philosopher's Blog
2 weeks ago

Critical Thinking & Pandemics III: Argument from Authority

Critical evaluation of information sources is vital during pandemics to differentiate between expert advice and misinformation.
US Elections
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Fact check: Misinformation after Biden's cancer diagnosis DW 05/20/2025

Misinformation about Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis has sparked widespread speculation and concern, emphasizing the need for accurate health communication.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

FTC launches probe of liberal watchdog Media Matters over Elon Musk's X boycott claims

The Federal Trade Commission is investigating Media Matters for potential collusion with other groups accused of coordinating boycotts of X, previously Twitter.
Marketing tech
Healthcare
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

Big Pharma Front Groups Muddle Debate Over Drug Prices, Patient Advocates Say

There are concerns about misinformation in political ads targeting Medicare and health care, especially relating to the group Seniors 4 Better Care.
Marketing tech
fromWho What Wear
2 weeks ago

I'm a Derm With 18M TikTok Followers-This Skincare Advice Makes Me Cringe

Expert skincare tips emphasize simplicity and evidence-based advice, debunking trendy misinformation.
#south-africa
Growth hacking
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Elon Musk's Grok AI is replying to tweets with claims about 'white genocide' in South Africa

Grok's responses include ambiguous discussions on white genocide in South Africa and misinformation surrounding public figures like RFK Jr.
Growth hacking
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Elon Musk's Grok AI is replying to tweets with claims about 'white genocide' in South Africa

Grok's responses include ambiguous discussions on white genocide in South Africa and misinformation surrounding public figures like RFK Jr.
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Fact check: Did Chinese fighter jets deliver aid to Gaza? DW 05/20/2025

The claims that China is delivering aid to Gaza via airdrops are unfounded; the viral video was misused, showcasing earlier humanitarian efforts from different countries.
World news
#immigration
fromemptywheel
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

DOJ Reportedly Will Pay Ashli Babbitt's Estate $5 Million; Claims to Have Charged LaMonica McIver - emptywheel

fromemptywheel
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

DOJ Reportedly Will Pay Ashli Babbitt's Estate $5 Million; Claims to Have Charged LaMonica McIver - emptywheel

Non-profit organizations
fromNature
2 weeks ago

When the government cancels your research grant, here's what you can do

Political interference is threatening the stability and integrity of scientific research, particularly in misinformation and social sciences.
US news
fromwww.cnn.com
2 weeks ago

Start your week smart: Conspiracy theories, Brooklyn Bridge, Pope Leo XIV, Fertility clinic explosion, PGA Championship

Summer cooling costs for Americans are expected to reach a record average of $784, reflecting a significant inflation concern.
fromThe Philosopher
2 weeks ago

"Trust, Expertise and Hostile Epistemology": A Conversation with C. Thi Nguyen

The radical Cartesian approach of discarding all beliefs is challenged by social epistemology, which emphasizes managing trust in experts outside one's specialty as a complex issue.
philosophy
#digital-services-act
fromAP News
3 weeks ago
EU data protection

European Union accuses TikTok of breaching digital rules with lack of transparency on ads

EU data protection
fromAP News
3 weeks ago

European Union accuses TikTok of breaching digital rules with lack of transparency on ads

TikTok has been accused of breaching EU advertising transparency rules and failing to meet the standards of the Digital Services Act.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Trans people fearing arrest after Supreme Court ruling, say campaigners

Misinformation regarding the Supreme Court ruling is causing fear among trans individuals about using women's spaces.
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

South Sudan quashes Salva Kiir 'death' reports DW 05/15/2025

The ministry "categorically and strongly denies the false and malicious reports circulating on social media claiming that His Excellency President Salva Kiir Mayardit has passed away," it said in a statement issued on Facebook.
UK news
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