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 quiet rural expanse of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, a devastating public health tragedy has erupted, one that has tragically blurred the line between medical science and political theater. Two people have died from complications of measles, including a heartbreakingly vulnerable newborn infant who never had a chance to receive…
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For over a year, Full Fact has been systematically testing the accuracy of some of the world’s most prominent AI chatbots. By posing questions based on the viral claims we were actively investigating, we aimed to see how tools like Gemini, Grok, and ChatGPT handle misinformation. The results of our trial paint a concerning picture: the chatbots made dozens of major errors, frequently presenting falsehoods as facts. While they were often able to identify straightforwardly incorrect claims, they repeatedly failed when confronted with sophisticated disinformation, particularly involving AI-generated images and videos. This highlights a critical challenge for users who increasingly…
Beneath the bright lights and roaring crowds of the AFL, a shadowy and cynical battle is playing out in the digital stands. In the aftermath of a deeply serious and sensitive police investigation into an alleged sexual assault at a Melbourne hotel—an incident that has cast a pall over the Sydney Swans’ season—a different kind of foul play is actively targeting the club’s passionate fanbase. This isn’t about tackles or marks; it’s a coordinated assault of misinformation, using artificial intelligence and psychological manipulation to exploit the confusion, anxiety, and raw emotion of a fan base grappling with an unprecedented crisis.…
