Articles tagged: "Social Media"
The US Far-Right Is Helping Putin Falsely Justify His War On Ukraine

The US Far-Right Is Helping Putin Falsely Justify His War On Ukraine

After Putin's initial pretext for invading Ukraine failed to catch on, the American far-right created a new biolab conspiracy theory that Putin adopted.

Waukesha And The Machinery Of Right-Wing Disinformation

Waukesha And The Machinery Of Right-Wing Disinformation

An analysis of social media and right-wing outlets in the wake of the Waukesha parade attack highlights how right-wing conspiracy theories are born and spread.

Why The Creator Economy Is Booming

Why The Creator Economy Is Booming

Having clout on social media is becoming less of an aspiration and more of a matter of survival and freedom to live life on your own terms.

How The Far Right Is Going Liquid

How The Far Right Is Going Liquid

Right-wing extremists and far-right political parties have been using social media to broaden their appeal beyond the fringes.

I Spent A Month In Radical Right Social Networks. Here’s What I Learned.

I Spent A Month In Radical Right Social Networks. Here’s What I Learned.

Rantt Writer Luke Huizenga took a deep dive into social networks that cultivate extremism and became consumed in a whirlpool of disinformation and hate.

Pandemic Poses Radicalization Risks For Children

Pandemic Poses Radicalization Risks For Children

From children living in extremist households to those consuming extremist content on social media, the pandemic has left them vulnerable to radicalization.

Alt-Tech Platforms Cultivate Disinformation And Extremism

Alt-Tech Platforms Cultivate Disinformation And Extremism

Conservatives are fleeing to social media sites like Gab, Telegram, MeWe, and BitChute that knowingly host dangerous right-wing content.

From Radicalization To Insurrection: A Reckoning For Big Tech

From Radicalization To Insurrection: A Reckoning For Big Tech

While Trump, Republicans, and right-wing media should carry much of the blame, tech companies must atone for their role in far-right radicalization and make bigger changes.

How Do We Tackle Disinformation And Deprogram The Trump Cult?

How Do We Tackle Disinformation And Deprogram The Trump Cult?

Trump has lost, but his base still exists within a false reality built on conspiracy theories. This is one of the greatest challenges we face.

How Social Media Helps Make The Radical Right More Approachable

How Social Media Helps Make The Radical Right More Approachable

The use of visuals helps the radical right relate to their online audiences and more effectively push their radical agendas.

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