How Disinformation Will Impact The 2024 Election with Renee DiResta
Exploring Information Security - Exploring Information Security - En podkast av Timothy De Block - Tirsdager
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Summary: In this episode, Timothy De Block chats with Renee DiResta about the role of disinformation in elections, particularly as we approach the 2024 cycle. Renee discusses her work in tracking narratives across social media, how state actors like Russia and Iran manipulate public opinion, and the growing importance of platform integrity in identifying inauthentic behavior. Key Topics: The Evolution of Propaganda: How modern disinformation connects to historical propaganda efforts. State-Sponsored Disinformation: Tactics used by Russia, Iran, and China in shaping election narratives. Platform Integrity Teams: How social media platforms now combat disinformation networks. Disinformation Trends: Recurring themes in election-related rumors, such as false claims about voter fraud. The Role of Social Media: How users, not just state actors, influence and spread misinformation. Recommended Resources: Digital Forensics Research Lab (DFR Lab) Stanford Journal of Trust and Safety
