Protecting Truth in the Digital Age
We monitor, analyze, and combat disinformation to preserve the integrity of public discourse.
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In recent days, Abaxx Technologies Inc. has found itself in the crosshairs of a critical campaign by the Viceroy Research Group. However, the company is fighting back, framing these attacks as a classic “short-and-distort” scheme designed to manipulate stock prices for private gain at the expense of loyal shareholders. Abaxx…
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In our digital age, TikTok has become a primary clearinghouse for health advice, often eclipsing traditional medical sources. However, a recent study published in PLOS Digital Health reveals a troubling dynamic within this viral ecosystem: while the vast majority of sunscreen-related content is positive, the small fraction of videos featuring medical misinformation tends to explode in popularity. Researchers from the University of Alberta analyzed nearly 1,000 top-performing videos under hashtags like #spf and #sunscreen. They discovered that while most creators are encouraging the use of SPF, the algorithms seem to have a dangerous preference for “contrarian” content, rewarding fear-mongering about…
The first half of 2026 has served as a sobering wake-up call, with infectious disease outbreaks like Ebola, hantavirus, and diphtheria exposing deep, systemic cracks in our global health infrastructure. While each disease presents its own unique clinical and environmental challenges, a singular, toxic thread connects the chaos we have witnessed: a profound, growing distrust in healthcare institutions. When official channels of communication falter, truth is often the first casualty, as misinformation floods the void, turning health crises into social catastrophes. Whether it is a remote community in the DRC or a digital landscape dominated by influencers, the absence of…
