The term ‘fake news’ is doing great harm
‘Fake news’ is a meaningless term that is used for anti-democratic propaganda. We should all stop using it.
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How close are we to an accurate AI fake news detector?
AI are using data from neuroscience to try to get better at spotting fake news.
Fake news: people with greater emotional intelligence are better at spotting misinformation
The researchers are working on a way to train people to be better at spotting fake news.
India Tomorrow part 1 podcast transcript: Fake news and the battle for information
This is a transcript of part one of The Anthill’s podcast series, India Tomorrow, on fake news and information wars.
Now there’s a game you can play to ‘vaccinate’ yourself against fake news
Researchers have developed a game to ‘vaccinate’ people against fake news – by showing them how to become a fake news mogul.
COVID‑19: the first study to look at whether fake news actually changes people’s behaviour
Despite fake news commonly being cited as a danger to society, very little research has been conducted on its ability to alter what people think.
‘Fake news’ – why people believe it and what can be done to counter it
Media misinformation is hardly new. But social media amplifies it and makes it harder to correct.
Disinformation is often blamed for swaying elections – the research says something else
Most studies suggests that fake news is more likely to enhance existing beliefs and views rather than radically change voting intentions of those who are undecided.
How to spot fake news – an expert’s guide for young people
It’s not always easy to tell when someone’s out to fool you on the internet, but there are some simple tools you can use.
Being more media savvy won’t stop the spread of ‘fake news’ – here’s why
People are hardwired to dismiss opposing views as ‘fake’.
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