In this podcast, Planet Money investigates the economics behind creating hoax news stories.
With the rise of AI, sharing news on social media, and other media reporting inaccurate or incomplete information at times, it can be hard to determine what is true. While promoting fake news has been around for quite some time (see this article on England demoralizing the Nazi troops with false radio broadcasts), being able to evaluate the news for accuracy is more important than ever.
With the rise of AI, sharing news on social media, and other media reporting inaccurate or incomplete information at times, it can be hard to determine what is true. While promoting fake news has been around for quite some time (see this article on England demoralizing the Nazi troops with false radio broadcasts), being able to evaluate the news for accuracy is more important than ever.
Information about recent events or happenings, presented without commentary.
In which topical issues, folly, or evil are held up to scorn by means of ridicule and irony.
The Onion is an example of news satire.
A communication deliberately designed by one group to influence the attitudes and behaviors of others.
Appeals to emotional and irrational aspects of our sensibility.
A view, judgement, or appraisal formed in the mind about a particular matter.
Might be labeled Op-Ed in newspapers or online sites.
To call attention to product/services by emphasizing desirable qualities so audience will buy or patronize.
Might be labeled as Sponsored Content.
Deliberately false, misleading stories presented as factual information.
86% of online global citizens believe they’ve been exposed to fake news.
Two-thirds of U.S. American adults say that their news sources have presented facts meant to favor one side.
Information shouldn't try to persuade you or appeal to your emotions. News is not commentary. No opinion should be offered when presenting it.
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