Protecting Truth in the Digital Age
We monitor, analyze, and combat disinformation to preserve the integrity of public discourse.
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The pervasive worry that social media is a hotbed of toxic misinformation—and that cleaning up our feeds is the magic bullet for a healthier society—might be based on a misunderstanding of how we actually consume information. A major collaborative study, involving researchers from prestigious institutions like Stanford, Princeton, and NYU,…
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In the digital age, social media has evolved from a simple tool for social connection into a massive, lucrative marketplace. With platforms like Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok officially opening monetization streams in Nepal, digital content creation has transformed into a viable career, with the global creator economy projected to reach $250 billion by 2025. For many in Nepal, this transition has been life-changing, providing a pathway to financial independence that often far exceeds traditional employment. Even the nation’s political and public figures have embraced this shift, with some disclosing earnings from digital platforms that dwarf their official salaries. However, this…
As Germany gears up for critical regional elections, a shadow is falling over the democratic process. Security officials have detected a surge in sophisticated disinformation campaigns originating from Russia, aimed squarely at destabilizing the political landscape. These digital operations are not merely random noise; they appear to be a centrally coordinated effort, utilizing a web of companies to systematically sow discord. By targeting the political rivals of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, these campaigns seek to deepen societal divisions and aggressively erode public trust in both the current administration and the broader political establishment. The methodology behind these…
