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How Misinformation Spreads through Conflict

Dec 1, 2023
Experts discuss how misinformation and propaganda spread during conflicts, focusing on the Israel-Hamas conflict. They explore the role of social media in moderating content and the challenges reporters face in verifying information. The podcast also examines the use of misinformation and propaganda during wars throughout history and emphasizes the importance of digital literacy in combatting false information. Additionally, it discusses the significance of reverse image search in verifying images, the limitations of generative AI in creating fake content, and the challenges of identifying deep fakes.
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