Media, Markets & Misinformation
A blog by Dr. Diaz Ruiz
Digital Literacies in Academia: On the risks of developing a public persona online
Academic theories are a new flashpoint of culture wars
How do digital platforms profit from disinformation: Research Summary
Online platforms get to keep the advertising revenue even if it funds disinformation.
How Disinformation Spreads in Echo Chambers on Social Media: Research Summary
Social media’s content can be funny, shocking, or emotional. What it does not have to be is true.
Disinformation is part and parcel of social media’s business model, new research shows
Disinformation is a likely and expected outcome of the digital advertising market in social media rather than an unforeseen consequence.
Disinformation circulates through grudges that can’t be disproven: Research Summary
Disinformation circulates through identity-led grudges that can’t be disproven