Articles that explain core concepts and issues related to online hate and misinformation.
The UK Parliament passed the Online Safety Bill on Tuesday 19 September 2023. This important piece of legislation sets the rules for social media platforms and search engines operating in the UK. CCDH advocated for […]
Social media has undeniably transformed our world, connecting billions, amplifying voices, and forging communities. Yet, this incredible tool has shown its dark side. Hate, disinformation, abuse, and harassment run rampant on platforms like Facebook, Twitter, […]
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the way we engage with a range of daily activities. It is behind chatbots, self-driving cars, digital assistants such as Siri and Alexa, your phone’s face recognition, and Netflix’s and […]
In today’s digital age, social media has become an essential part of our daily lives. We use it to connect with friends and family, share our thoughts and experiences, and stay updated with current events. […]
A self-proclaimed misogynist, Andrew Tate is a British-American social media influencer who has risen to prominence due to his videos filled with toxic hatred of women. He has been banned from several platforms but keeps […]
The spread of lies about reproductive healthcare to mislead and scare people seeking safe abortions is a well-known strategy of the anti-choice movement. Yet, this scaremongering tactic has found even more fertile ground following the […]
Once a slang term confined to niche online forums, the term incel is now much more common in social and mainstream media – often linked to deadly attacks against women and tragic mass shootings. In […]
Climate change is one of the most pressing issues facing the world today. However, the spread of disinformation and deceptive marketing tactics can hinder efforts to mitigate the effects of the climate crisis. Climate change […]
Climate change is one of the most pressing issues of our time, and it affects us all. Yet greedy, unregulated social media and search engine companies have enabled a cascade of misinformation and disinformation about […]