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Facebook, Google and Twitter are still falling, the EU executive said in its report on their efforts in April.

Google, Facebook, Twitter rapped for not doing enough in EU fake news fight

The tech giants took a voluntary pledge last October to combat the spread of fake news.

18 May 2019 10:10 AM

There has been a rise in misinformation and “fake news” spreading through the Internet regarding unproven and unconventional treatments for cancer patients, claims the Tata Memorial Hospital (TMH). (Photo: Representational Image)

Viral cancer cure message fake: Tata Memorial hospital

For instance, a social media message claiming that hot coconut water is the solution to cancer has gone viral over the last few days.

18 May 2019 4:08 AM

Following a fire at Paris’ Notre Dame cathedral in April, Russian media outlets in Europe blamed Islamist militants and Ukraine’s pro-Western government. (Photo: AFP)

Who burned Notre Dame? Brussels goes after fake news as EU election nears

By funding fact-checking organisation Brussels hopes to shield the 427 million people eligible to vote for 751-seat EU chamber on May 23-26.

16 May 2019 2:26 PM

Karnataka CM H D Kumaraswamy (Photo: File/PTI)

Journalist arrested for circulating fake news, morphed photo of Karnataka CM

Police said the action was taken based on a complaint by the chief minister's media secretary H B Dinesh.

03 May 2019 5:54 PM

Spain has winessed the rise of Vox, a far-right political outfit, in the last six months when it won 12 seats in a regional election and it is expected to make a big leap in the upcoming elections. (Photo: AFP)

Spain elections: Pro far-right groups taken down by Facebook

The findings were provided by the campaign group Avaaz which made a presentation to Facebook and the contents were taken down.

25 Apr 2019 5:26 PM

In March, YouTube had announced that it will start showing 'information panels' -- flagging misinformation and offering correct insights -- for news-related videos on its platform as part of its efforts to curb spread of fake news.

YouTube info panels to display news publisher's govt funding

Social media giants are collaborating with third-parties to verify content to combat spread of 'fake news', ahead of general elections.

15 Apr 2019 3:20 PM

India has witnessed a series of incidents which are the consequences of Fake News, resulting in mob lynchings and unrest in communities.

India discusses fake news and Its impact on Lok Sabha Elections 2019

An estimated 900 million voters (9.4% new voters) are battling the influence of fake news before they cast their votes.

10 Apr 2019 5:44 PM

Facebook’s move also comes as its market power and social influence faces greater scrutiny, particularly in the wake of the mass shooting at a mosque in New Zealand which was broadcast live on one of the US firm’s platforms.

Facebook promises crackdown on fake news in Australia

The move comes with the company - and its peers around the world - under growing pressure to rid their platforms of misinformation.

05 Apr 2019 1:21 PM

Facebook, which counts India as one of its largest markets with over 200 million users, had faced flak from the Indian government after a series of mob-lynching incidents.

WhatsApp unveils 'tipline' to tackle fake news

This centre is equipped to review content in the form of pictures, video links or text and will cover English and four regional languages.

02 Apr 2019 12:40 PM

Google has partnered with fact-checkers to train 10,000 journalists this year to better tackle fake news. (Photo: Pixabay)

Despite being exposed, fake news thrives on social media ahead of India polls

Social media companies are struggling with fake news in India despite saying they’ve taken steps to tackle the menace.

02 Apr 2019 12:25 PM

One can also check the number of times a particular message has been forwarded from the Message Info section. (Photo: Pixabay)

WhatsApp tests new 'frequently forwarded' label to curb fake news

The new feature is currently in beta for Android and labels messages you send as ‘frequently forwarded.’

26 Mar 2019 2:15 PM

The party has also repeatedly claimed that ruling BJP was tying to occupy the minds of the people through “fake news” and propaganda.

Congress launches online campaign against ‘fake news’

The campaign against “fake news” was kicked off by the Twitter handle, @STFUIndianMedia.

24 Mar 2019 4:29 AM

WhatsApp and NASSCOM plans a national drive to address the challenge of misinformation.

WhatsApp and NASSCOM Foundation collaborate for digital literacy in India

The co-created curriculum encourages people to be mindful about forwarding rumors.

18 Mar 2019 1:15 PM

President Donald Trump (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)

Trump defends ‘Tim Apple’ comment, says he was saving time

Trump tweeted Monday: “I quickly referred to Tim + Apple as Tim/Apple as an easy way to save time & words.

12 Mar 2019 4:28 PM

The information panels would be available when a user seeks information about the accuracy of a claim related to a news item in Hindi and English language.

YouTube to show info panels to flag misinformation

YouTube said it will start showing 'information panels' -- flagging misinformation and offering correct insights.

07 Mar 2019 10:48 AM

Facebook has given a commitment to the panel that identity, location and who paid for advertisements during elections will be available on a special web page for users. (Photo: AP)

Par panel concerned over ability of Facebook to check misuse of its platform

Facebook, apologised for remarks made by Facebook employees especially on terrorism and recent Pulwama attacks.

06 Mar 2019 4:11 PM

The incident is indicative of how hard it can be to get Facebook’s attention on smaller markets for something as alarming as fake news and misinformation.

Facebook took three years to act against fake news in this country

It was a chance contact with a Facebook employee in January 2019 that influenced its decision to remove offenders.

04 Mar 2019 12:26 PM

Facebook has not provided details of its actions against political ads in January nor the number of fake accounts deleted due to malicious activities targeting the European Union.

Google, Facebook, Twitter fail to live up to fake news pledge

The tech companies and trade bodies representing the advertising industry signed up to a voluntary code of conduct.

01 Mar 2019 1:31 PM

'Social media and our social media volunteers will have a big contribution to the 2019 Lok Sabha election,' said Prime Minister Narendra Modi. (Photo: File/PTI)

'Be cautious of Opposition's attempt to spread fake news over social media': Modi

PM also urged people to not get influenced by fake news being spread over social media by enemy countries.

28 Feb 2019 9:06 PM

On Thursday, an EC spokesperson had said no such facility has been extended to NRIs. (Photo: File)

EC asks Delhi police to investigate ‘fake news’

Asking police to investigate the matter, the EC said its logo was used on social media to “mislead” people.

23 Feb 2019 1:43 AM

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