Protecting Truth in the Digital Age
We monitor, analyze, and combat disinformation to preserve the integrity of public discourse.
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The 2026 IPA TouchPoints data, marking two decades of monitoring British media habits, offers a fascinating look at the modern human paradox: we are becoming increasingly wary of the digital world, yet we are more tethered to it than ever. Across every age demographic, roughly 79% of adults express significant…
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In the remote, high-stakes battle against Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo, victory isn’t just won in sterile laboratories or treatment wards. Anthropologist Julienne Anoko represents a vital, often overlooked front line: the battle for public trust. While medical teams scramble to contain the virulent disease, Anoko navigates a complex labyrinth of local fear, deep-seated suspicion, and pervasive misinformation. From WhatsApp voice notes to village disputes, her work serves as a human bridge between the scientific reality of a lethal virus and the lived experience of communities that have historically been left behind by the systems meant to protect…
The recent public notice issued by An Garda Síochána in Galway serves as a stark, necessary reminder of how quickly digital misinformation can undermine the peace and stability of a local community. When unsettling rumors began swirling online—specifically regarding alleged, unspecified incidents in the town of Clifden—the local authorities felt compelled to step in and set the record straight. By addressing these claims head-on, the Gardaí have effectively pulled back the curtain on the fragility of our modern information ecosystem, highlighting how easily a few unsubstantiated posts can morph into a source of genuine local panic. This incident is less…
