Misinformation and Fake News

 Published last month:  UAE authorities arrested 35 people for sharing AI-generated and manipulated videos that purported to show missile strikes, saying the content risked public panic and violated cybercrime laws.

 Published last month:  Social platforms face a surge in misleading and AI-generated Middle East war clips, with many videos recycled, outdated, or altered and often remaining online long before verification.

 Published last month:  Research finds post hoc fact-checking cannot fully halt misinformation, underscoring the need for prevention, media literacy, and platform policy reforms.

 Published 2 months ago:  AI deepfakes and synthetic political clips are surging ahead of 2026 elections, prompting warnings from monitors, tech firms and newsrooms.

 Published 2 months ago:  During breaking news, rapid publishing outpaces verification, enabling unverified posts and recycled media to spread on social platforms and mainstream media.

 Published 2 months ago:  BBC Urdu and Dawn.com apologized after publishing a report based on a fake X account that claimed to be Imran Khan's sister and misreported his eye condition.

 Published 3 months ago:  Andhra Pradesh set up a ministerial group to examine social media limits to curb misinformation and protect users under 16, studying international approaches.

 Published 3 months ago:  UNESCO warns South Korea's new 'fake news' law uses vague definitions and broad enforcement powers that could erode press freedom and spur self-censorship.

 Published 3 months ago:  News avoidance is rising globally as audiences disengage from journalism. Media experts warn it may pose a bigger threat than misinformation to the future of news.

 Published 4 months ago:  Yalda Hakim warns a second deepfake video misrepresenting her reporting has circulated online, impacting journalist safety and trust in media.

 Published 4 months ago:  Deepfakes are increasingly used to spread health misinformation by impersonating doctors and promoting risky treatments on social media.

 Published 6 months ago:  India's government proposes strict labeling rules for AI-generated media to combat misinformation and deepfakes ahead of elections.

 Published 6 months ago:  Ishrat Fatima's resilience shines as false death rumors disrupt Pakistan's media landscape, highlighting the urgent need for responsible information-sharing.

 Published 6 months ago:  Senior journalist Matiullah Jan faces fabricated sedition and terror charges amid claims of a police crackdown on press freedom in Pakistan.

 Published 8 months ago:  The BBC intensifies efforts against fake channels in Pakistan, urging public verification amidst controversies over the 'Bhai Bhai Channel' and copyright strikes.

 Published 8 months ago:  A reporter from a fake BBC Urdu News Punjab TV humorously claims their BBC means Bhai Bhai Channel, amidst actual BBC's concerns over brand misuse.

 Published 8 months ago:  BBC warns audiences in Pakistan about a fake channel misusing its brand, urging caution and verification of content.

 Published 8 months ago:  ISPR has accused Sohail Warraich of spreading false information about Imran Khan, sparking significant media controversy in Pakistan.

 Published last year:  Dawn newspaper denies claims of TTP stealing a PAF F-16 jet, calling the circulating report fake and manipulated amid regional tensions.

 Published last year:  Russian journalist Ekaterina Barabash faces house arrest for 'fake' news as authorities crack down on dissent regarding the Ukraine war.

 Published last year:  PTV's broadcast of false cancer treatment information poses serious risks to patients, calling for urgent accountability from medical professionals.

 Published last year:  APNS emphasizes the urgent need to tackle fake news and misinformation by fostering media literacy and critical thinking among the public.

 Published last year:  Pakistani citizen arrested for spreading fake news that incited protests in the UK following the tragic murder of three girls in Southport.

 Published last year:  Journalist Arif Malik condemns a viral deep fake video depicting him with Punjab Minister Uzma Bukhari and seeks action from authorities.

 Published last year:  Learn essential strategies and tools to effectively combat misinformation on social media and enhance your information literacy skills.

 Published 1 years ago:  Meta has launched new tools to combat misinformation and enhance user privacy across its platforms, reflecting its commitment to user safety.

 Published last year:  Russian authorities have sentenced journalist Masha Gessen to eight years in absentia for allegedly spreading false information about the military.

 Published last year:  Join journalists worldwide at the News Impact Summit in Copenhagen to combat climate misinformation and enhance public trust in environmental policies.