New study reveals ways to guard elections against digital threats
A new study by the Global Public Policy Institute (GPPi) has identified four important steps in mitigating digital threats to elections.
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Coordinated disinformation networks flooded social media ahead of EU elections – Report
Dutch researchers have revealed that coordinated networks of accounts spreading disinformation flooded social media in France, Germany and Italy before the elections to the European Parliament.
Disinformation actors using crypto to influence elections – Report
A new report from the blockchain analytics firm, Chainalysis, has shown that cryptocurrency is being used to finance and facilitate disinformation campaigns globally.
Critical thinking: An essential skill for children in the digital age – FactCheckHub
It is essential to instill critical thinking skills in children to help them navigate internet safely and avoid spreading false information.
58% of American citizens fooled by AI-made misinformation- Report
A recent survey has revealed that 58 per cent of adults in the United States have been deceived by misinformation generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Five tools to detect audio deepfakes
As technology evolves globally, fact-checkers and journalists are confronted with the rising challenge posed by tools which purveyors of disinformation use in creating fake videos, images, and audio that depict individuals saying or doing things they never said or did.
Fact vs Fake tip #3: Look for Emotional Manipulation.
Fact vs Fake tip #3: Look for Emotional Manipulation.
Fake news and propaganda often use emotional language to sway opinions.
If the article is trying to make you angry, afraid, or smug – be skeptical.
Activating your emotions doesn’t prove a piece of news is fake, but it is a sign to take an extra-careful look.
Germany uncovers pro-Russia disinformation campaign on X – Report
DIGITAL forensic experts in Germany have uncovered a vast, pro-Russia disinformation campaign against the government using thousands of fake accounts on X.
Fact vs Fake tip #2: Is it the whole story?
Fact vs Fake tip # 1: Is it the whole story? Cross-reference information.
Don't rely on a single source.
Check the facts against multiple other sources, especially those that have a different viewpoint.
If a claim is true, multiple sources should verify it.
