How disinformation is being weaponized to justify real-world violence
In short: Counter-terrorism expert Vidhya Ramalingam explores how online myths are no longer just digital distractions, but tools used to justify violence, specifically targeting climate scientists.
The video examines the dangerous transition of disinformation from mere misinformation to a weaponized force. Vidhya Ramalingam explains how these manipulative messages can take root and lead to physical harm, particularly against those working in climate science.
To combat this, Ramalingam introduces 'prebunking'—a proactive strategy designed to empower individuals to identify and reject manipulative content before it can influence them.
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