Stanford Internet Observatory's Renee DiResta on Virality, Information, and Trust on the Internet

In this insightful discussion, Renee DiResta, a technical research manager at the Stanford Internet Observatory and a contributor for WIRED and The Atlantic, dives into the complex world of digital trust and viral misinformation. She explores how social media algorithms can shape public perception, especially regarding vaccines, and the regulatory challenges posed by automated accounts. DiResta also discusses innovative ideas like 'circuit breakers' to combat misinformation and the urgent need for diverse voices in a fragmented media landscape.