Protecting Truth in the Digital Age
We monitor, analyze, and combat disinformation to preserve the integrity of public discourse.
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For today’s generation of young Scots, the digital landscape has transformed from a space of discovery into a minefield of ambiguity. A recent survey conducted by the youth charity Young Scot, which engaged over 2,600 people aged 11 to 25, reveals that a staggering 80% of participants regularly encounter misinformation…
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As the summer heat intensifies and the sun reaches its peak intensity, health experts consistently urge us to seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. When staying indoors isn’t an option, they stress the importance of protective gear—sunscreen, sunglasses, and hats—to shield our skin from damaging UV rays. Yet, despite decades of established medical consensus regarding the dangers of unprotected sun exposure, a wave of misinformation has been gathering momentum across social media. Recent research focusing on TikTok, the current digital epicenter for lifestyle trends, highlights how easily health-related falsehoods can drown out vital, life-saving facts, creating a confusing…
The recent announcement by the Ogun State Ministry of Justice regarding the case of Nsikak Abigail Emem, widely known as “Mirabel,” brings a complex and emotive chapter of social media history to a close. Four months ago, Mirabel’s viral TikTok video detailing a harrowing sexual assault in Ogijo, Sagamu, ignited a firestorm of public outrage. The incident became a rallying point for activists, celebrities, and concerned citizens across Nigeria, sparking debates on safety and the prevalence of gender-based violence. However, as independent investigations began to unfold, the narrative shifted dramatically. The Ogun State Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General, Mr.…
