The spread of misinformation and disinformation nowadays is creating significant problems in Ireland, and other countries. Years ago, no matter how hard you tried, your opportunity to spread lies, falsehoods, fake claims, propaganda was limited and costly. Now, if you are so minded, the opportunity is free and unlimited. The consequences which flow are manifesting… Continue reading Spreading misinformation is easy and free
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The misinformation and disinformation problem
Anyone who spends even a small bit of time online on any of the social media platforms will quickly see the quantity of misinformation and disinformation being spread. Whether it is to do with migration or legal issues or covid or vaccines, the confidence and vehemence with which certain individuals spread falsehoods is a sight… Continue reading The misinformation and disinformation problem
Misinformation, masks, and conspiracy theories
Misinformation is rampant today, especially around the Covid 19 pandemic. And it poses a problem for our society, although it is impossible to quantify the magnitude of the problem. The wide range of social media platforms makes it easy to disseminate misinformation, conspiracy theories, hate filled views, and downright lies. To what extent the people… Continue reading Misinformation, masks, and conspiracy theories