Speaking of Psychology Stopping the spread of misinformation, with Sander van der Linden, PhD
Nov 29, 2023
Sander van der Linden, PhD, researcher at Cambridge University, discusses the prevalence of misinformation, why it spreads like a virus, and strategies to combat it. He explores the impact of generative AI technology, recognizing and combating false political information online, the disparities between traditional media and social media in fact-checking, and the role of community leaders in spreading accurate information.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Understanding the Definition and Scope of Misinformation
02:15 • 21min
The Implications of Generative AI Technology for Misinformation
23:31 • 5min
Recognizing and Combating False Political Information Online
28:20 • 4min
Comparison of Fact-Checking between Traditional Media and Social Media
32:42 • 2min
Challenges of Studying Misinformation and the Role of Community Leaders
35:03 • 5min