Fake news in social media apps has been difficult to detect so far. Disinformation poses a central threat to the political process and social cohesion. It influences elections and induces people to engage in nonsensical or even terrorist behavior. Platforms such as WhatsApp and Telegram in particular play a major role in this and could could take many preventive measures, but do not necessarily have the corresponding corresponding incentives - because more activity on the platform leads to more advertising revenue.
Read More