Online Disinformation

Post-Election Silence From Anti-Harris Voters Speaks Volumes

Following the 2024 election, the Abandon Harris movement, which successfully contributed to Harris’s defeat and Trump’s victory, has abruptly disappeared online. All associated websites and social media accounts have been taken down, occurring around the time of Mahmoud Khalil’s detainment. Possible explanations include the group’s satisfaction with their accomplishment, a recognition of the campaign’s negative consequences, or fear of reprisal from the Trump administration. The swift removal of all online presence suggests a calculated effort to erase the movement’s digital footprint.

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Spain Tightens Influencer Law to Combat Fake News

Spain is introducing a bill mandating social media influencers with significant followings (100,000+ on one platform or 200,000+ across multiple) to publish corrections to false or inaccurate information. This legislation, aiming to combat online disinformation, will allow individuals harmed by misinformation to demand rectifications, escalating to court if ignored. The law updates outdated regulations and applies to both traditional and online media, facilitating a more streamlined process for requesting corrections. The initiative seeks to curb the spread of misinformation and hold those who disseminate it accountable.

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