#fact-checking

#fact-checking

Meta is launching Community Notes to enhance fact-checking, but its effectiveness remains questionable and may inadvertently promote misleading content.

Jimmy Kimmel criticized Donald Trump's misleading statements about federal funding related to transgender mice, emphasizing the real purpose of the research.

Trump's claim about spending millions to make mice transgender is false and misrepresents scientific research funding.

Actual funding focused on biological studies involving hormones, not transgender issues.

Meta is pivoting to community-driven fact-checking, impacting moderation of content related to political and religious extremism and conspiracy theories.

The rollback of moderation may leave users more vulnerable to misinformation.

Human brains struggle with critical thinking, exacerbating the misinformation problem.

Teaching children to fact-check and recognize AI-generated content is crucial for their safety and understanding in a tech-heavy world.

Meta launches Community Notes for improved fact-checking on its platforms starting March 18.

Trump has extended the TikTok sale deadline again for further approvals.

Meta ends its fact-checking program to launch Community Notes for US users.

WPP acquires InfoSum to boost AI-powered marketing solutions.

Ballot papers signed by voters are invalid in Germany, jeopardizing the secrecy of votes as per election laws.

The Independent emphasizes the importance of quality journalism accessible to all, focusing on key issues such as reproductive rights and political accountability.