The Role of Fact-Checking Organizations in the News Ecosystem
Introduction: Navigating the Age of Information Overload In an era defined by the rapid spread of information, the very nature of news has undergone a seismic shift. While the digital revolution has enabled unprecedented access to information, it has also created fertile ground for misinformation, disinformation, and propaganda. With social media platforms acting as de facto news outlets and anyone with an internet connection able to broadcast their opinions as facts, the challenge of discerning truth from falsehood has never been more pressing. Amid this chaotic landscape, fact-checking organizations have emerged as essential players in the news ecosystem, tasked with … Read more