Protecting Truth in the Digital Age

We monitor, analyze, and combat disinformation to preserve the integrity of public discourse.

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Here is a humanized summary of the discourse surrounding deepfakes and political disinformation, expanded and articulated across six paragraphs. The rapid evolution of generative artificial intelligence has moved beyond the realm of novelty, positioning itself as a formidable disruptor of the democratic process. In the lead-up to global electoral cycles, the emergence of hyper-realistic deepfakes—videos, audio clips, and images synthesized by algorithms to deceive the eye and ear—has shifted from a fringe concern to a central pillar of political anxiety. What we are witnessing is not merely a technological upgrade to the age-old practice of propaganda, but a fundamental degradation…

The tragic passing of Divine Adili, a promising student-athlete, has left a profound void in the lives of those who knew him. He, alongside Rene Baterbonia, lost his life on June 8 in a drowning accident during a team-building exercise with the Ateneo de Manila basketball squad. While the loss itself is an immense tragedy for the families, teammates, and the broader community, the aftermath has been further complicated by a wave of digital misinformation. In the wake of this sorrow, those closest to the situation are now fighting a second, more insidious battle: the fight to protect Divine’s memory…

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