Understanding Disinformation in Public Authorities
Explore the impact and manifestations of disinformation in public authorities, including dangerous behaviors, misinformation, social unrest, and more. Visualize the consequences and amplification cycle of disinformation.
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Media literacy A resource for practitioners
Explore the concept of media literacy, differentiate between misinformation and disinformation, and learn how to spot false information online. Discover the impact of misinformation, the role of digital media in our lives, and ways to stay safe in the digital world. Enhance your understanding of you
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PERITIA: Exploring Trust in Policy Expertise for Public Impact
PERITIA is a Horizon 2020 project led by Prof. Maria Baghramian, focusing on understanding how trust in expertise shapes public policy. The project involves international partners and aims to provide practical recommendations for building trust, combating disinformation, and promoting critical think
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Impact of Fact-Checking on Credibility Among Older Adults
Analyzing the impact of fact-checking on news credibility among older adults reveals that age is a key factor in information credibility. Older adults tend to give more credibility to various kinds of information, leading to potential challenges in discerning between true facts and false news. Fact-
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Understanding the Impact of Disinformation on Public Authorities
The presentation explores the relevance of disinformation to Public Authorities (PAs) by highlighting dangerous behaviors, misinformation, social unrest, illegal activities, and more. It delves into the various ways disinformation can be used to manipulate, incite violence, discriminate, and polariz
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Institute for Strategic Dialogue (ISD) National Counter Disinformation Strategy Overview
The Institute for Strategic Dialogue (ISD) is a non-profit organization focused on combatting disinformation, extremism, and polarization globally. Headquartered in London with teams in various countries, ISD utilizes digital analysis units to monitor online threats and collaborate with partners lik
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Analysis of Weaponising News: RT, Sputnik, and Targeted Disinformation
A project conducted at The Policy Institute, King's College London, funded by the Open Society Foundation, delved into the extensive English-language output of RT and Sputnik. By examining the impact on news coverage in the UK, the project found consistent framing of European democracies as dysfunct
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Regulation of Disinformation in the European Union: A Comprehensive Overview
The discussion covers the regulation of disinformation in the European Union, focusing on freedom of expression, legitimate restrictions on untruthful speech, media regulation provisions, and the code of practice on disinformation. It delves into key aspects such as hate speech, right of reply, regu
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Deconstitutionalization of Free Speech in the Age of Disinformation and Misinformation: The Case of Chile
This chapter explores the impact of disinformation and misinformation on free speech in Chile, focusing on the erosion of constitutional safeguards. It analyzes the role of the legal order in responding to disinformation, the manipulation of online communication rules, and the effects of technical t
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Exploring the Impact of UI Design on Disinformation Distribution
This web-based interactive essay and UX project delves into the world of disinformation online through the lens of product design. By analyzing the design elements and features of user interfaces, the project aims to understand how they influence the spread of false information and deception. The ex
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Evaluation of West Midlands COVID Community Champions Programmes
Evaluation of three West Midlands local authority COVID-19 Community Champions programmes by the PHIRST Fusion Project team focused on the role of volunteers in addressing vaccine hesitancy. The programmes aimed to strengthen social connections, increase access to services, address concerns among et
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America's Misinformation Crisis: The Chilling Impact of False Information on Society
Misinformation and disinformation pose significant threats to society, as highlighted by columnist David Brooks and Tom Patterson. The increase in false information is fueled by party polarization, social media, and a breakdown of norms. Public misperceptions and false beliefs are rampant, with exam
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Understanding Pro-Kremlin Influence in Southeast Europe
The research discusses how Russia's information influence remains concentrated in Southeast Europe, using countries like Serbia and Bulgaria as bases for its propaganda operations. It highlights the dissemination of pro-Kremlin disinformation narratives and the presence of these narratives in mainst
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CSE 142 Spring 2021 Wrap-Up Summary and Learning Objectives
This summary covers the essential aspects of the CSE 142 course in Spring 2021. It includes learning objectives such as writing Java programs, functional decomposition, control structures, data abstraction, and code quality. Additionally, it outlines topics like methods, loops, conditionals, file I/
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Understanding the Importance of Authenticating Information in the Post-Truth Era
In a world plagued by misinformation and fake news, it is crucial for individuals to verify the authenticity of information before believing or sharing it. The spread of disinformation through social media has made it easier for falsehoods to circulate widely, leading to potential negative consequen
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Understanding Infodemics in Health Communication during the Covid-19 Pandemic
The Covid-19 pandemic has brought forth an infodemic in Indian society, where misinformation and disinformation spread rapidly, leading to mental health issues. This study by Dr. Sharmila Kayal and Ms. Ruma Saha delves into how communication, especially in health-related matters, is managed amid the
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