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Global fact-checkers grapple with harassment, cyberattacks and financial instability – Report
A new report by the International Fact-Checking Network (IFCN) has revealed that fact-checking organisations across the world are operating under increasing pressure, persistent harassment,...
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Navigating information space: experts debate the role of community notes in fact-checking
AS misinformation and disinformation continue to shape public discourse, experts on Friday gathered to discuss the role of community notes in combating false information.
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Meta’s policy shifts raise questions on online safety, misinformation – Report
A new report by the Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) has warned that the impact of Meta's policy changes could be significant, with as...
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Meta to test ‘Community Notes’ using algorithms from X
META has announced plans to test its new 'Community Notes' feature across its social media platforms on March 18, 2025 as it shifts away...
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Police commit to press freedom, pledge to partner media against disinformation
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has announced plans to intensify efforts in tackling misinformation and disinformation in the country, recognizing their potential to incite...
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Experts call for restructuring of social media algorithms to prioritize users well-being
A new report from the Knight-Georgetown Institute (KGI) in the United States has called for a fundamental shift in how social media and online...
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Misinformation deters 62% of Nigerian youths from participating in politics – Report
A new report by TechCabal has revealed that 62 per cent of young Nigerians are discouraged from participating in Nigerian politics due to misinformation.
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IFCN condemns Serbian police raid on CRTA
THE International Fact-Checking Network (IFCN) has condemned the recent police raid on the premises of the Center for Research, Transparency and Accountability (CRTA) in...
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AI chatbots more likely to spread false claims in Russian and Chinese – Report
A recent NewsGuard audit across seven languages has found that the top 10 artificial intelligence models are significantly more likely to generate false claims...
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FactSpace West Africa, 19 others get 2024 ENGAGE grant from IFCN
The International Fact-Checking Network (IFCN) at the Poynter Institute, has awarded $2 million for the 2024 ENGAGE grant to 20 fact-checking organisations to reduce...
