Use of the tactic has accelerated and hit nations that rely on the internet for spreading information and for internet-based commerce, like Zimbabwe.
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Loss of US Newspapers Seen Contributing to Political Polarization
The steady loss of local newspapers and journalists across the country contributes to the nation’s political polarization, a new study has found.
Some Journalists Wonder If Their Profession Is Tweet-Crazy
If Twitter is the town square for journalists, some are ready to step away. Reporters have been are told to take a week off from tweeting at work.
EU Urges Internet Giants to Work Harder Fighting Fake News
EU authorities warned leading tech companies including Facebook and others to combat fake news ahead of upcoming bloc-wide parliamentary elections.
Facebook Plans Content Oversight Board
Facebook on Monday laid out plans for an independent content oversight board with the power to overturn company decisions on user posts.
Facebook Slammed for Blocking Watchdog Ad Transparency Tools
A number of organizations, including ProPublica, have developed tools to let the public see exactly how Facebook users are being targeted by advertisers.
Few Responsible for Most Twitter Fake News, Study Finds
A tiny fraction of Twitter users spread the vast majority of fake news in 2016, with conservatives and older people sharing misinformation more.
Georgia Bill Allows Email or Fax Voting for Overseas Ballots
Absentee ballots for persons living overseas at the time of an election could be sent in by fax or email if a new proposal is approved by Georgia lawmakers.
Campaign Seeks 5 Year Ban on E-Voting in Switzerland
A committee of politicians and computer experts is launching a people’s initiative aimed at banning online voting for at least five years.
Google Led Record Breaking Tech Industry Lobbying Blitz in 2018
Five of the biggest technology giants in the U.S. spent a combined $64.3 million on lobbying government officials in 2018 with Google the biggest donor.