Search, Analysis, Action with
The Disinformation Commission
Integrated Disinformation Intelligence Platform to monitor, analyse, and counter disinformation threats across digital platforms.
X Monitor
Web Monitor
OSINT Search
Legal Action
Investigations
Social Media
Recommended for you
A second oil slick has been detected near Iran’s Kharg Island export hub, intensifying concerns about a potential environmental catastrophe in the Persian Gulf region. Maritime intelligence firm Windward AI reported the new slick on Sunday, estimating its visible area between 12 to 20 square kilometers. This development follows the…
British Prime Minister Faces Leadership Crisis Following Electoral Defeats British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s political future hangs in the balance as he confronts a mounting leadership crisis following disastrous local election results for his Labour Party. The electoral setbacks have prompted dozens of lawmakers to call for his resignation, placing…
The Rise of Misinformation Experts in an Era of Digital Disruption In an age where information travels globally within seconds, a new class of specialists has emerged to help organizations navigate the treacherous waters of false narratives. Misinformation thought leaders, once a niche specialty, have become essential advisors to corporations,…
The Twitter post that shocked parents and educators alike was entirely fabricated, according to a thorough investigation that tracked the short-lived account’s history. The inflammatory tweet, which recently resurfaced on social media, was created by a fake account designed to provoke outrage rather than represent an actual teacher’s views. The…
On the historical date of Sunday, May 10, 2026—the 130th day of the year—many pivotal moments in global history are commemorated, spanning nearly 250 years of human achievement, conflict, and social transformation. Perhaps one of the most sobering anniversaries falls on this day in 1933, when Nazi authorities orchestrated book…
The U.S. economy faces a growing threat from adversaries targeting critical undersea cables, potentially enabling nations like China to “inflict devastating economic chaos almost at will,” according to former intelligence officials. These underwater cables, which carry 99% of global data and support up to $10 trillion in daily financial transactions,…
Featured Articles
Editor's Picks
Douglas Baruch, a partner at a prominent law firm, is set to speak at the American Bar Association’s upcoming Qui Tam & False Claims Act and Healthcare Fraud Institute, where he will address the evolving landscape of procurement fraud in government contracting. The event aims to provide a comprehensive educational experience for professionals across the legal and healthcare sectors. Baruch’s panel, titled “Procurement Fraud Without Fraud? The FCA’s Evolving Role in Government Contracting,” will examine the current administration’s heightened focus on procurement fraud as a key enforcement priority. The session is scheduled for May 28 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.…
Former President Jonathan’s Comments on Peter Obi Resurface, Misleading Endorsement Claims Debunked A video featuring former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan discussing Peter Obi has resurfaced on social media platforms, prompting misleading claims about a presidential endorsement that never occurred. The footage, which shows Jonathan speaking favorably about the former Anambra…
Biden’s Legal Team Set to Block Release of Audio Recordings with Ghostwriter President Joe Biden’s lawyers are preparing to intervene to prevent the Justice Department from releasing redacted transcripts and audio recordings of Biden’s 2017 conversations with his ghostwriter, according to a new court filing in a Freedom of Information…
Spanish Cruise Ship Passengers Fear Stigma Amid Hantavirus Outbreak As the MV Hondius makes its way to Spain’s port of Tenerife, Spanish passengers aboard the hantavirus-stricken cruise ship are increasingly worried – not about contracting the illness, but about the reception awaiting them on land. Two Spanish passengers who spoke…
Breaking the Cycle: How Deliberate Skepticism Defeats Misinformation in the Digital Age In an era where information travels at unprecedented speed, experts warn that the momentary pause for fact-checking has become our most powerful defense against the spread of false information. While social media platforms thrive on instantaneous engagement, this…
Anger Drives People to Share Unreliable News, New Study Finds Chinese researchers have discovered that people experiencing moral anger are significantly more likely to spread news from unreliable sources, potentially accelerating the circulation of misinformation on social media platforms. A research team led by Xiaozhe Peng from Shenzhen University’s School…
Explore the Latest
Our latest News, research & insights on the misinformation and fake media
In the heart of Bavaria, a centuries-old tradition came alive Friday as the village of Kühbach, with just 4,500 residents, became the center of cultural celebration. Young men dressed in traditional lederhosen hoisted a towering 28-meter (92-foot) maypole into position as brass bands played Bavarian melodies and spectators cheered with…
Mexico City Sinks at Alarming Rate of Nearly 10 Inches Annually, NASA Data Shows Mexico City is sinking at a rate of nearly 10 inches (about 25 centimeters) per year, making it one of the world’s fastest-subsiding metropolises, according to new satellite imagery released this week by NASA. The sprawling…
Fake news should be criminalized to effectively combat misinformation, according to Prime Minister’s Adviser on Policy and Strategy Dr. Zahed Ur Rahman, who emphasized that many people fail to recognize the serious nature of spreading false information. “The spread of fake news cannot be curbed without legal measures. Criticism and…
In a significant policy shift addressing the mental health crisis in America, President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at fast-tracking psychedelic-assisted treatments for serious mental illness, with veterans as a primary focus. The initiative targets accelerated research and clinical pathways for therapies involving MDMA, psilocybin, and ibogaine.…
A propaganda battle has escalated on the National Mall as competing images of President Trump transform America’s symbolic front yard into contested visual territory. The Trump administration has mounted enormous banners bearing the president’s face on several federal buildings, including the Department of Justice, Department of Labor, and Department of…
Georg Baselitz, Pioneering German Artist Known for Inverted Paintings, Dies at 88 Georg Baselitz, an acclaimed German artist who challenged artistic conventions by famously painting images upside down, has died peacefully at age 88, the Thaddaeus Ropac Gallery announced Thursday. Born Hans-Georg Kern on January 23, 1938, in Nazi-era Germany,…
Building trade unions have emerged as key allies of tech giants in America’s rapidly expanding artificial intelligence economy, taking on a dual role as both the workforce behind massive data center construction and vocal advocates for the industry’s interests. Across the United States, union members are working on an unprecedented…
Swift-Kelce Kentucky Derby Rumor Creates Betting Chaos Despite Being Completely False A single social media post sparked a frenzy of speculation and dramatically shifted betting markets at the Kentucky Derby this weekend, all centered around Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s supposed ownership of a racehorse—despite the fact that the celebrity…
Voice of America Faces Legal Challenge Over Editorial Independence Four veteran Voice of America journalists and three press freedom organizations filed a lawsuit Monday against the United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM), accusing the Trump administration of transforming the global news agency into a propaganda arm. The lawsuit, known…
A Police Officer’s Faith Saves a Life on Florida Bridge In a dramatic rescue that unfolded on Jacksonville’s Dames Point Bridge, a police officer’s compassion and faith helped prevent a man from taking his own life. The April 12 incident, captured on body camera footage, shows Officer Antonio Richardson’s unwavering…
President Trump has expressed admiration for King Charles III following the monarch’s recent state visit to the United States, even lifting certain tariffs on Scotch whisky as a gesture of goodwill toward the British royal. The four-day diplomatic mission, which took Charles and Queen Camilla to Washington, New York and…
Social Media Misinformation Strikes Again: Jake Paul “Breakdown” Video Proven False A viral video claiming to show boxer and social media personality Jake Paul breaking down emotionally over alleged infidelity by his fiancée, Dutch speed skater Jutta Leerdam, has been debunked as a clear case of online misinformation. The misleading…
