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The new battlefield: On social media, war plays out through fake news
Economic Times
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23d ago
Medial
The article discusses the pervasive issue of fake news circulating on social media during high-tension events. A recent example is false reports claiming Indian airspace was used by the US for strikes on Iran, which the Indian government quickly debunked. This mirrors past incidents, like during Operation Sindoor, where fake news was rampant. Such misinformation often originates from hostile sources and emphasizes how modern warfare extends into cyberspace, with narratives playing a crucial role in conflicts.
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Govt notifies fact-checking unit under PIB to check fake news, misinformation related to Centre
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
The Indian government has established a fact-check unit under the Press Information Bureau to combat fake news and misinformation related to the central government. The unit, which was set up in November 2019, has been given legal backing through a notification. If the unit identifies any false news about the government, social media and internet intermediaries are required to take it down. The Press Information Bureau categorizes information into fake, misleading, or true. The move follows amendments to the Information Technology Rules in 2021, allowing for a government-run fact-checking body.
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Social media platforms wage war against growing pro-Hamas content
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Governments warn Big Tech companies like Meta, Twitter, and Telegram to improve content moderation algorithms as pro-Hamas accounts flood social media platforms during the Israel-Hamas war. Analysis reveals that 25% of over 162,000 profiles engaged in these conversations were fake, spreading over 312,000 pro-Hamas posts and comments. NewsGuard found that verified accounts on Twitter were responsible for 74% of the most viral posts promoting misinformation about the conflict. The European Commission investigates X (formerly Twitter) for spreading illegal content and hate speech related to the war. X and Meta take actions to remove such content.
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These dangerous scammers don’t even bother to hide their crimes
Arstechnica
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1y ago
Medial
The Yahoo Boys, a collective of scammers from West Africa, are openly operating on various social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, while sharing fraudulent activities and methods. They openly distribute scripts and advertise fake social media accounts, including those used for blackmail and sextortion scams. The scammers also utilize AI to create fake nude images and real-time deepfake video calls. While some accounts have been removed, many remain active on social media platforms, allowing the scammers to conduct their activities with minimal consequences.
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Amazon, Tripadvisor, other companies team up to battle fake reviews
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Amazon, Tripadvisor, and several other companies have formed a coalition to combat fake reviews. The coalition includes companies like Glassdoor, Expedia Group, and Booking.com, and aims to protect access to trustworthy consumer reviews worldwide. The group will develop standards for identifying fake reviews and share information about how bad actors operate. Fake reviews have been a long-standing issue for online marketplaces, often fueled by brokers who solicit fake customer reviews through social media and messaging apps. Regulators, including the FTC, have also been working to crack down on fake reviews and propose penalties for violators.
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Most Indians want 24-Hour deadline for social media platforms to remove deepfakes: Survey
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
A survey conducted by LocalCircles reveals that a majority of Indians have encountered fake videos online. 53% of the respondents claim to have seen videos that turned out to be fake. Additionally, 24% of the participants stated that 25-50% of the videos they encountered were fake. The survey also found that 56% of the users believe social media platforms should be required to remove deepfakes within 24 hours of a complaint. The study included over 32,000 participants across 319 districts in India.
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Karnataka Govt’s Fact Checking Unit To Fight Fake News Kicks Off
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
Karnataka government's fact-checking unit, called the Information Disorder Tackling Unit (IDTU), began operations in March to combat fake news and misinformation, especially on social media. The unit comprises three teams: a fact-checking team, an analytics team, and a capacity-building team. Four firms - Gauri Media, Logically Infomedia, Trylika Technologies, and NewsPlus Communications - have been selected for the IDTU. Gauri Media will primarily focus on fact-checking in the Kannada language, while the other firms will handle fact-checking in English, analytics, and capacity building. The unit received funding of INR 3.19 Cr.
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Social media fatigue can make you believe, share misinformation: study
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
A study reveals that individuals experiencing social media fatigue are more likely to believe and share misinformation. Using Covid-19 fake news as an example, the study found that individuals with narcissistic traits and low cognitive ability were most likely to share misinformation due to social media fatigue. The overwhelming amount of information on social media hampers users' cognitive judgement, making it difficult to critically evaluate the accuracy of the information encountered. The study suggests the importance of addressing social media fatigue and promoting social media literacy to mitigate the spread of misinformation.
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No, Google Isn’t Sunsetting Gmail
Gizmodo
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1y ago
Medial
A fake screenshot claiming that Google will be shutting down Gmail in August has been circulating on social media. The viral notice states that Gmail will no longer support sending, receiving, or storing emails after August 1, 2024. However, this is completely false. Gmail has confirmed that it is not sunsetting and will continue to provide its services. This incident highlights the ease with which fake claims can go viral on social media platforms like X, particularly after changes that have allowed anyone to purchase verification.
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OpenAI account compromised, hacker circulates fraudulent and fake crypto token posts on X | Mint
Livemint
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9m ago
Medial
OpenAI reported that one of its social media accounts was compromised by an unauthorized person who sent out posts promoting a fake crypto token. The hacked account saw fake posts for around an hour before being deleted. This comes after previous instances of OpenAI accounts being hijacked to post fraudulent crypto-related content. Additionally, OpenAI is planning to release "Strawberry," an AI model focused on reasoning, this month, as part of its ChatGPT service. This model is designed to think before responding, distinguishing it from other conversational AI systems.
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IT Ministry asks YouTube to label fake news channels with 'unverified' disclaimer
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has urged YouTube to take legal action against fake news channels and include a disclaimer stating "news not verified" on such channels. Additionally, MeitY has requested major social media platforms to submit an action plan within 10 days to combat fake news and unlawful content. YouTube has already responded to another notice from MeitY regarding the removal of child sexual abuse material (CSAM), stating their zero-tolerance policy for such content. Telegram has also affirmed its commitment to upholding legal and ethical standards, particularly in relation to child pornography and unlawful content.
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