Preventing the circulation of misinformation in regards to the COVID-19 is arguably as important as stopping the spread of the virus itself. With that in mind, a group of the biggest technology companies in the US has recently banded together in a commitment to fight … [Read more...] about Tech giants are joining efforts to combat misinformation about the COVID-19
Fake news
How to use Google reverse image search to see whether a photo is real or fake
If the past few years have taught us all something, it’s that “fake news” has found its home on social media. While “fake” posts are often news stories, they can also be images that people share, sometimes without the knowledge that what they’re sharing isn’t factual. For … [Read more...] about How to use Google reverse image search to see whether a photo is real or fake
Singapore and Australia are drawing news laws to stop spread of fake news
The phenomenon of ‘fake news’ poses a serious threat to democracies all over the world because of its ability to significantly influence political and social trends in our societies. In an attempt to prevent such democratic disruptions, governments in the Asia Pacific region are … [Read more...] about Singapore and Australia are drawing news laws to stop spread of fake news
