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Africa: Misinformation Really Does Spread Like a Virus, Suggest Mathematical Models Drawn From Epidemiology

Source link : https://www.afric.info/2024/11/06/news/africa-misinformation-really-does-spread-like-a-virus-suggest-mathematical-models-drawn-from-epidemiology/

We’re increasingly aware of how misinformation can influence elections. About 73% of Americans report seeing misleading election news, and about half struggle to discern what is true or false. When it comes to misinformation, “going viral” appears to be more than a simple catchphrase. Scientists have found a close analogy between the spread of misinformation […]

Author : AFRICA-NEWS

Publish date : 2024-11-06 06:54:30

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