Protecting Truth in the Digital Age

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

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It feels like our online world is buzzing with a constant stream of information, but sometimes, amidst all the noise, something more sinister is lurking: fake news. We’ve all seen those shocking headlines pop up on our feeds – “Balen government to ban 500 and 1000 rupee notes,” “Balen government preparing to dissolve the Provincial Assembly,” or even “UML leader Mahesh Basnet arrested.” The problem is, these aren’t news at all; they’re made-up stories designed to grab our attention and stir up trouble. Remember a couple of weeks ago when everyone was talking about the Balen government dissolving the Provincial…

In the bustling digital landscape of Malaysia, a rather concerning incident recently unfolded, highlighting the growing challenges of misinformation in our interconnected world. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), the nation’s digital watchdog, found itself stepping in to address a particular case that sent ripples through online communities. It all started with an individual who, perhaps unwittingly, or perhaps with a more mischievous intent, began circulating information about a shipment of diesel fuel. The crux of their claim was that this diesel, destined for the Philippines, was somehow linked to PETRONAS, Malaysia’s national oil and gas company, or even…

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