How digital communities shape the spread of misinformation
Explore the complex ways online networks influence news consumption. This video examines the mechanics of how mainstream and alternative news sources interact within web communities to drive information flow.
The video examines the dynamics of information exchange between different types of online groups. It references the 2017 Reddit Security Report, specifically a study titled 'The Web Centipede,' which investigates how various web communities impact one another by looking at the relationship between mainstream and alternative news outlets.
By analyzing these digital interactions, the content provides context on how news influences the broader web ecosystem.
Source: Reddit Disinformation & How We Beat It Together - Smarter Every Day 232
