Combating Misinformation in Bangladesh: Roles and Responsibilities as Perceived by Journalists, Fact-checkers, and Users
This paper examines misinformation on Facebook in Bangladesh, focusing on challenges in verifying online information in the Global South. By conducting interviews with journalists and fact-checkers, as well as conducting public surveys, it…
Limiting the spread of misinformation in social networks
This paper concentrates on countering misinformation by locating essential figures to support a “positive” campaign and restricting the propagation of a “negative” one. It explores how to limit the spread of misinformation…
Industrialized disinformation: 2020 global inventory of organized social media manipulation
This 2020 report underlines the intensification of cyber troops’ activities across 81 countries, social media firms’ countermeasures against misuse, and the expanding role of private companies in executing manipulation campaigns. The manipulation…
Critical disinformation studies: History, power, and politics
This paper argues that the U.S., disinformation is often perpetuated by white supremacy and power hierarchies, impacting marginalized racial groups and lacking social, cultural, political, or economic power. It advocates for a…
Misinformation interventions are common, divisive, and poorly understood
A survey of 1,207 Americans shows that while 49% have encountered misinformation interventions, many are unclear about the systems behind them, with 40% believing all content is checked and 17.5% unsure. This…
Psychological operations (PSYOPs): A conceptual overview
The article aims to conceptualize Psychological Operations (PSYOPs) in the Indian context by highlighting the need for a clear understanding of related concepts and a structured policy approach to manage and implement…
Countering misinformation: A multidisciplinary approach
This paper examines the impact of infodemics during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on the spread of false information and its threats to health policies and security. It examines various forms of misinformation…
The effect of social network sites usage in climate change awareness in Latin America
This study employs data from the 2017 survey to explore the impact of social network site usage on climate change awareness across 18 Latin American countries. The research identifies the socioeconomic factors…
Contrasting the Spread of Misinformation in Online Social Networks
This study focuses on the difficulties associated with the spread of false information through online social networks, such as Facebook and Twitter, which are not only significant sources of news but also…
Defining “fake news” A typology of scholarly definitions
The consequences of fake news make it a crucial topic to address. This paper reviews how previous studies have defined and operationalized the term “fake news,” analyzing 34 academic articles from 2003…
