Viral image of Indian filmmaker Rathna Kumar holding anti-Aurangzeb placard is edited
The image claimed to show a Chennai Super Kings fan displaying anti-Aurangzeb sentiments at an IPL match.
Philippine investigation bureau has list of fake news peddlers, tracing financial backers
A common theme runs through in the kind of disinformation being circulated, raising suspicions of coordinated efforts, National Bureau of Investigation Director Jaime Santiago…
Filipino party list representative urges Tiktok to do more to combat spread of ‘fake news’
During the House of Representatives Tri-Comm hearing last March 21, Friday, Rep. Rodge Gutierrez said the actions taken by Tiktok were only “reactionary.” It only removes the…
Ex-Philippine President Duterte’s ICC arrest: Separating fact from lies
This article examines the major claims surrounding Mr. Duterte’s arrest and how they hold up against verified sources, ICC documents, and international law.
Chinese authorities issued AI label guidelines to combat the misuse, spread of false information
New rules to regulate use of artificial intelligence will take effect from September 1.
Fake news ads with alleged cybercrime rampant on Meta platforms: The Jakarta Post
The ads typically involve sensationalist make-believe headlines as clickbait, which, in the least worrying consequence could lead to misinformation but may even expose users to…
Myanmar migrants in Thailand face surge in hate speech, resentment
Social media platforms have been flooded by false claims that Myanmar migrant workers were demanding a 700-baht (S$28) minimum daily wage – almost twice that paid to Thais. One…
Most Filipinos struggle to spot fake news, says survey
“Fake news manipulates public opinion, distorts democratic choices, and enables corrupt forces to maintain power,” an official said. He also warned about foreign interference…
Pakistan human rights commission alarmed at government withholding ads from some publications
The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists had flayed the current government’s efforts to enact anti-media laws and target critical voices under the guise of stemming “fake…
In Japan, advertisers to be asked not to display ads on websites that spread misinformation
The guideline encourages companies to take voluntary measures such as drawing up an advertising management policy and implementing a tool to verify websites where advertisements…