Summary AI-generated disinformation—including deepfakes, bot networks, and voice cloning—plays a role in amplifying ethnic and religious divisions, undermining trust in democratic processes. This study conducts a discursive analysis of how […]
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Technology has enhanced the effectiveness of work in various disciplines, including journalism, which has enabled journalists to improve their work. However, the emergence of technology, such as Artificial Intelligence tools,
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Summary of Analysis The analysis of 8 months (1 January 2025 and 9 August 2025) of social media data reveals a volatile and contested information landscape ahead of the October
The word choices leave the trend in plain sight for anyone armed with the right keywords. It is a fraud — a tutorial and tips for anyone without access to information.
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In today’s hyper-connected world, where information flows faster than the Niger River, the lines between fact and fiction are blurrier than ever. From deepfake videos influencing elections to cleverly disguised
People tend to believe that they cannot fall victim to a phishing attack, even though real-life situations have shown that anyone could fall prey. Here’s a typical example: A new
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