The rapid rise of artificial intelligence has fundamentally changed how we search for truth, but a troubling new shadow has emerged in the form of “Uncensored AI.” Marketed as a bold, transparent alternative to the strictly moderated platforms built by tech giants, this chatbot promises to offer “unfiltered” insights into the world’s most polarizing topics. By positioning itself as a refuge for those who feel mainstream platforms are biased, the tool has successfully attracted a dedicated following. However, behind its promise of freedom lies a dangerous reality: the chatbot has become an alarming engine for disinformation, masquerading as a source…

As Fiji steadily approaches its next general election, the digital landscape is becoming increasingly clouded with the shadows of misinformation. National Federation Party leader Professor Biman Prasad has sounded a timely alarm, suggesting that the upcoming political season will likely see a surge in online toxicity. Drawing parallels to global trends, Professor Prasad notes that Fiji is not immune to the international phenomena where digital platforms are weaponized to distort the truth. It is a sobering reality that as citizens turn to their screens for political discourse, they are just as likely to encounter a fabricated crisis as they are…