Protecting Truth in the Digital Age
We monitor, analyze, and combat disinformation to preserve the integrity of public discourse.
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In the middle of an intense ongoing conflict, the digital battlefield has become just as critical as the physical one. Recently, Ukraine’s Center for Countering Disinformation (CCD), a branch of the National Security and Defense Council, issued an urgent alert regarding a sophisticated smear campaign. This malicious effort is specifically…
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The legal landscape in Malaysia recently saw a significant development involving Mohd Syahbuddin Hashim, the Bachok Amanah Youth chief, who appeared before the Sessions Court to face charges related to the dissemination of misleading information online. The case centers on a viral social media post that allegedly contained false claims regarding the government’s fuel pricing policies. As digital communication becomes the primary battleground for political discourse, this incident serves as a stark reminder of the legal boundaries surrounding online speech and the potential repercussions for those who circulate unverified content. For many, it highlights the delicate balance between exercising the…
On the 75th anniversary of the UN Refugee Convention—a landmark treaty born from the ashes of World War II to protect the world’s most vulnerable—the Scottish Refugee Council (SRC) has released a sobering report. Their new polling highlights a stark, unsettling divide in Scotland: while the nation prides itself on being a place of sanctuary, many citizens harbor significant misconceptions about the reality of the global refugee crisis. As we reflect on the 1951 pledge to honor the dignity of those fleeing persecution, it is clear that the conversation surrounding asylum has become increasingly clouded by disinformation, political hostility, and…
