5 lessons about misinformation from ancient Greek and Roman scientists
Ancient scientists can be easy to dismiss. Greek philosopher Thales of Miletus, often described as the…
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How misreading Google Trends is fuelling Bondi attack conspiracy theories
In the wake of Sunday’s tragic Bondi shooting, conspiracy theories and deliberate misinformation have spread on…
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What is AI poisoning? A computer scientist explains
Poisoning is a term most often associated with the human body and natural environments. But it…
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People trust podcasts more than social media. But is the trust warranted?
There’s been a striking decline in public confidence in social media platforms, according to the 2025…
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How we tricked AI chatbots into creating misinformation, despite ‘safety’ measures
When you ask ChatGPT or other AI assistants to help create misinformation, they typically refuse, with…
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She couldn’t find a clean prenatal vitamin — now her brand makes $250M a year
In the rapidly evolving world of wellness and health supplements, a remarkable narrative unfolds around a…
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How AI is reshaping SEO: Challenges, opportunities, and brand strategies for 2025
The cyclical, now AI-fueled, “SEO is dead” panic cycle is in full swing. But here’s what…
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Integrating human insight with AI-generated content: How to maintain E-E-A-T
AI tools to create content, the questions about the credibility of those tools keep popping up….
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Sexual health info online is crucial for teens. Australia’s new tech codes may threaten their access
Last week, organisations from Australia’s online industries submitted a final draft of new industry codes aimed…
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Hosting Mythbusters – Common Misconceptions
The Internet is such a vast, endless well of knowledge where all you need to do…
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Five Ways to Stay Safe Online
The Internet has become such a vast place. It is an endless source of opportunities, information,…
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Some Reddit users just love to disagree, new AI-powered troll-spotting algorithm finds
In today’s fractured online landscape, it is harder than ever to identify harmful actors such as…
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Meta’s new AI chatbot is yet another tool for harvesting data to potentially sell you stuff
Last week, Meta – the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, Threads and WhatsApp – unveiled a…
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Behind the fine print: Understanding AI apps and privacy
Artificial intelligence has quickly become part of the contemporary zeitgeist — yet ethical considerations around the…
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What is E-A-T (Expertise, Authoritativeness, and Trustworthiness)?
Have you ever looked at a piece of content online and thinking: Hmm, I’m not sure…
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Support the Fight Against Inequality: Resources and Ways to Act
The past few months have been tiring for everyone. As the coronavirus spread across the globe,…
