Fighting Back Against Fake News on Social Media
Fake news spreads through social media channels, but it goes much deeper than that. Altered photos or videos can start in dark corners of the web and make their way to Facebook or Twitter where unsuspecting citizens share this lie thousands of times. Social media is also a vital tool for journalists who are looking for user-generated content or first-hand sources, but they too must move forward with more caution aware of fake content. Eamonn will lead a discussion on how we can fight back against technology that is creating fake content and how everyone can spot fake news online.
Who is this event for?
Journalists, Marketers, Media industry experts, People interested in fake news and technology that creates fake news,