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Category Archives: Environmental Factors

An Information Void facilitating the spread of misinformation

Information Voids occur when something major happens which people want to know about, but as it’s a new thing there’s not a good way to learn about it. Threat actors looking to manipulate people may exploit Information Voids to further their cause.

Posted byAdam M24th February 202224th February 2022Posted inEnvironmental Factors, UncategorizedTags:Environmental Factor

How Facebook’s Algorithm amplifies extremist disinformation to new members of the platform

Facebook’s algorithms actively promote groups dedicated to extremist disinformation narratives (more than you would expect extremist groups to be promoted), which amplifies their reach.

Posted byAdam M9th November 20213rd March 2022Posted inBlog post, Database Updates, Environmental FactorsTags:Environmental Factor
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