Source: Official European Commission YouTube Channel (@EuropeanCommission) Discover how the European Union is combating distrust, misinformation, and political polarization to foster a vibrant democratic culture. Through pioneering initiatives and research, the EU aims to enhance...
Source: Official European Commission YouTube Channel (@EuropeanCommission) The EU Defense of Democracy package is a key initiative designed to fight disinformation and prevent foreign governments from undermining European democracy. In this video, Vera Jourova discusses...
Source: Official European Commission YouTube Channel (@EuropeanCommission) (16/10/2018) EC press point by Commissioner Mariya Gabriel on the latest developments of the Code of practice against disinformation online Subscribe to channel: https://bit.ly/2X56Ju6 Follow us on:-Twitter: /...
Source: Official European Parliamentary Research Service YouTube Channel (@EuroparlResearchService)The techniques used by anti-democratic state and non-state actors to disrupt or influence democratic processes are constantly evolving. The use of algorithms, automation and artificial intelligence is...
Source: Official European Commission YouTube Channel (@EuropeanCommission) How damaging is disinformation in a democracy? How to recognise it? What can be done to tackle it? Hear from the experts we spoke to while implementing the...
In December 2018, the EU introduced its Action Plan against Disinformation – a comprehensive package to tackle deliberately deceptive posts online – over the short and long term.That includes the new Rapid Alert System. Hear...
In today’s complex digital and media landscape, citizens must become more resilient against disinformation. This is where media literacy can help, by enhancing critical thinking and helping citizens better navigate information, especially online, and identify...
The Commission is tackling the spread of online disinformation and misinformation to ensure the protection of European values and democratic systems. Disinformation is false or misleading content that is spread with an intention to deceive...
Disinformation actors use a variety of techniques to deceive and manipulate people online. This can range from clones of legitimate websites to cleverly manipulated audio or videos (known as ‘deepfakes’, often created using artificial intelligence),...
Disinformation and foreign information manipulation and interference are a serious threat to societies. They can undermine democratic institutions and processes (such as elections) by preventing people from making informed decisions or discouraging them from voting....