Fictitious Advertising and Misinformation

This chapter explores the alarming rise of scam advertisements that misuse the names of trusted news figures and organizations, complicating users' ability to discern real from fake information. It includes personal accounts from individuals affected by these deceptive ads and critiques social media platforms like Facebook for their inadequate response to the issue. The discussion emphasizes the urgent need for improved media literacy and better safeguards against misleading content online.