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The Hamas Attacks and Social Media, Competing Public Interests, Efforts to Stay Sane in a New Information Ecosystem

Sharp Tech with Ben Thompson

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Warfare in the Digital Age

This chapter examines the intricate relationship between technology, particularly social media, and modern warfare, with a focus on events in the Middle East. It highlights how platforms like TikTok and X are reshaping public perception and the dissemination of information and misinformation during conflicts. The discussion also addresses the challenges of content moderation and the dual-edged nature of social media in amplifying narratives while raising concerns over accuracy and censorship.

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