![Global audiences suspicious of AI-powered newsrooms, report finds Global audiences suspicious of AI-powered newsrooms, report finds](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/51716786489_TBAIjpg.jpg)
Global audiences suspicious of AI-powered newsrooms, report finds
According to the report, global concerns about the use of AI in news production and misinformation are growing.
Mon Jun 17 2024
![Finding a faster, cheaper way to curb misinformation Finding a faster, cheaper way to curb misinformation](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-04/81681049457_TBMOBILEPUBLIC.jpg)
Finding a faster, cheaper way to curb misinformation
The spread of false information is jeopardising global health and security, prompting the need to find quick, cost-effective interventions.
Sun Jun 16 2024
![How AI can help us spot its own fakes How AI can help us spot its own fakes](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/81717736570_TBAITECH.jpg)
How AI can help us spot its own fakes
How AI is helping spread fake news and misinformation but it could also be used to fight this spread.
Fri Jun 07 2024
![US rights report on India cites abuses in Manipur, harassment of media and minorities US rights report on India cites abuses in Manipur, harassment of media and minorities](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/41713848876_tbIndia.jpg)
US rights report on India cites abuses in Manipur, harassment of media and minorities
The US assessment said religious minorities in India reported discrimination including calls for violence and spread of misinformation.
Tue Apr 23 2024
![Deepfakes: How to empower youth to fight the threat of misinformation and disinformation Deepfakes: How to empower youth to fight the threat of misinformation and disinformation](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2016-03/71459043156_touchscreen.jpg)
Deepfakes: How to empower youth to fight the threat of misinformation and disinformation
The incidents highlight vulnerability to sophisticated AI-driven frauds and scams targeting people of all ages.
Thu Feb 01 2024
![ANALYSIS - Are social media platforms ready for record elections in 2024? ANALYSIS - Are social media platforms ready for record elections in 2024?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/81701508558_Jaripengundi.jpg)
ANALYSIS - Are social media platforms ready for record elections in 2024?
Digital rights experts say social media platforms are ill-prepared for the inevitable rise in misinformation and hate speech.
Sun Jan 14 2024
![Global Risks 2024: Disinformation Tops Global Risks 2024 as Environmental Threats Intensify Global Risks 2024: Disinformation Tops Global Risks 2024 as Environmental Threats Intensify](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/81704892789_TBwef.jpg)
Global Risks 2024: Disinformation Tops Global Risks 2024 as Environmental Threats Intensify
Misinformation and disinformation are biggest short-term risks according to Global Risks Report 2024.
Wed Jan 10 2024
![Analysis: Increase COVID-19 messaging to encourage boosters, derail misinformation Analysis: Increase COVID-19 messaging to encourage boosters, derail misinformation](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-01/61642463277_mural.jpg)
Analysis: Increase COVID-19 messaging to encourage boosters, derail misinformation
Malaysia is grappling with an increasing number of cases, a trend that is unlikely to end as it heads into year end festivities.
Thu Dec 21 2023
![Fighting back as misinformation ramps up Fighting back as misinformation ramps up](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/71700211983_TBdisputejpg.jpg)
Fighting back as misinformation ramps up
Misinformation is nothing new, but AI, social media and eroding trust in institutions are making the threat stronger than ever.
Sun Nov 19 2023
![Misinformation is a burgeoning crisis - PM Misinformation is a burgeoning crisis - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/41700015584_TBAnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Misinformation is a burgeoning crisis - PM
It is essential to implement advanced technological solutions and robust human content moderation grounded in local contexts.
Wed Nov 15 2023
![Almost 2 bil suspicious calls, 581 mil SMS successfully blocked - Fahmi Fadzil Almost 2 bil suspicious calls, 581 mil SMS successfully blocked - Fahmi Fadzil](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-09/71695275510_FahmiFadzil.jpg)
Almost 2 bil suspicious calls, 581 mil SMS successfully blocked - Fahmi Fadzil
Almost two billion suspicious calls and 581 million suspicious short messaging service (SMS) were successfully blocked from reaching Malaysian consumers with the assistance of telco service providers
Fri Sep 22 2023
Notepad With Ibrahim Sani: Multi-Alliance JomCheck Fights Election Misinformation
JomCheck, a multi-alliance coalition, fights election misinformation in state polls, uniting political parties and organizations for reliable information dissemination and fact-checking. Safeguarding electoral integrity and informed voter decisions. #NotepadWithIbrahimSani
Thu Jul 20 2023
It's About YOUth: Playing our part to fight misinformation
As the number of TikTok users in Malaysia continue to rise, so do concerns over the rapid spread of hate speech and misinformation on such platforms. Mediha Mahmood from the Content Forum and Hafizin Tajudin of TikTok Malaysia speak on balancing creativity with responsibility, and playing our part in the fight against misinformation.
Fri May 26 2023
![Tech industry allowing 'deluge' of misinformation: RSF Tech industry allowing 'deluge' of misinformation: RSF](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/81683286678_Journalism.jpg)
Tech industry allowing 'deluge' of misinformation: RSF
Traditional forms of political interference are also gaining ground in many countries, RSF said.
Sat May 06 2023
![Misinformation swirls over EU edible insects Misinformation swirls over EU edible insects](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-02/61676878843_EdibleInsects.jpg)
Misinformation swirls over EU edible insects
Recent EU approvals for food ingredients derived from house crickets and beetle larvae, have stoked a surge in misleading claims.
Mon Feb 20 2023