Protecting Truth in the Digital Age
We monitor, analyze, and combat disinformation to preserve the integrity of public discourse.
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The digital landscape has become a double-edged sword for Gen Z, particularly when it comes to health and wellness. While social media platforms like TikTok have successfully democratized information, allowing users to share skincare routines and beauty hacks with ease, they have also become breeding grounds for dangerous misinformation. A…
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The recent announcement by Taoiseach Simon Harris that Fine Gael will produce a formal blueprint for Irish unification by their November Ard Fheis has taken many by surprise. By tapping Ulster University Professor Deirdre Heenan to spearhead this project, the party is signaling at least a surface-level commitment to moving beyond vague platitudes. Historically, Irish political discourse on unity has been plagued by “silly season” rhetoric—summertime comments from party leaders that evaporate as soon as the autumn sessions begin. For those who genuinely believe in the potential of a New Ireland, this moment feels like a high-stakes test. We have…
In a significant development aimed at curbing the rising tide of digital misinformation, the Bangladeshi government is actively exploring new legislative avenues to hold individuals accountable for spreading rumors and false narratives online. During a session in parliament this Wednesday, Telecoms Minister Faqir Mahbub Anam signaled that the state is considering expanding the scope of the Cyber Security Act to specifically target those who use social media to propagate deceitful content. This move reflects a growing concern among officials that the unchecked spread of falsehoods is not merely a nuisance but a threat to social stability. By potentially tightening these…
