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
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani used a Pride Month event on Tuesday evening to announce his administration’s commitment to expanding services for LGBTQ+ communities, describing the nation’s largest city as a “haven” for people with alternative gender identities. The announcement included a pledge of $15 million in funding specifically…
The diplomatic relationship between U.S. President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron has evolved dramatically since their first encounter nearly a decade ago, and the complexities of their partnership will be front and center when world leaders gather next week for the G7 summit in the French lakeside resort…
Pakistan’s government has unveiled its latest budget proposal, marking a significant increase in defense spending while pulling back on development programs and offering limited tax relief to salaried employees. The announcement comes as the country grapples with economic challenges, rising living costs, and mounting regional security concerns. Finance Minister Muhammad…
Malta’s Prime Minister Robert Abela surprised political observers when he called a snap general election on 27th April, scheduling the vote for 30th May. The decision came a full year before his Labour Party administration’s term was set to conclude, triggering an urgent mobilization of election monitoring systems across the…
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has firmly refuted reports claiming that a cargo vessel carrying an Indian crew came under attack off the coast of Oman on Saturday morning, labeling the information as “false” and “baseless.” The controversy centered around the ship Liaki Freedom, which allegedly stopped responding to…
Ukraine has imposed a new wave of sanctions targeting Russian judges, media outlets, and organizations accused of participating in politically motivated legal proceedings against Ukrainian citizens and spreading Kremlin propaganda. The sanctions package encompasses 29 individuals and 17 legal entities, marking another step in Kyiv’s efforts to hold accountable those…
Featured Articles
Editor's Picks
A forthcoming webinar will examine the critical role of LGBTQ+ journalism in Latin America, bringing together prominent voices from the region to discuss how queer media outlets are combating misinformation and reshaping narratives about sexual and gender minorities across the continent. The online event, which will be conducted in Spanish with English interpretation available, comes at a time when LGBTQ+ communities throughout Latin America continue to face significant challenges in how they are portrayed by mainstream media. Despite growing visibility in recent years, misinformation, harmful stereotypes, and outright invisibility remain widespread problems that affect how these communities are understood and…
A photograph claiming to show a massive turnout at a Cockroach Janta Party protest in New Delhi has become the subject of widespread misinformation on social media, with users falsely claiming the image was artificially generated to inflate the party’s popularity. However, a detailed fact-check reveals a more complex picture…
Ukraine has imposed a sweeping new round of sanctions targeting individuals and entities connected to the persecution of Ukrainian citizens in Russia and occupied territories. The measures, enacted by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, take particular aim at those linked to the case of journalist Viktoria Roshchina, who died while held in…
FC Barcelona has taken decisive legal action against Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez, announcing plans to file a lawsuit over inflammatory comments he made during a recent press conference. The move marks a significant escalation in tensions between Spain’s two most storied football clubs, potentially adding a legal dimension to…
Former reality television star Spencer Pratt, who recently finished third in Los Angeles’s mayoral primary election, has released a combative social media video claiming he possesses damaging recordings that could force one of the two remaining candidates to resign if elected. The announcement marks what Pratt calls “Phase III” of…
Philippine officials are crediting years of disaster-preparedness training for helping to minimize casualties after a devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck the southern region on Monday, marking one of the strongest tremors to hit the archipelago nation in half a century. The offshore quake, which originated near Sarangani province, claimed 46…
Explore the Latest
Our latest News, research & insights on the misinformation and fake media
AI-Generated Deepfakes Reshape Public Perception in Iran War The ongoing Iran conflict has become a testing ground for how artificial intelligence-generated videos can dramatically alter public perception during times of heightened news consumption. As social media platforms flood with AI-fabricated combat footage and manipulated images, distinguishing fact from fiction has…
The Iran conflict has become a breeding ground for AI-generated misinformation, creating a parallel digital battlefield where perception can be as powerful as reality. Experts warn that artificial intelligence tools have made it alarmingly easy to produce convincing deepfakes that spread rapidly during times of heightened news consumption. “Dramatic images…
In the wake of escalating tensions between Iran and the United States, artificial intelligence has emerged as a potent tool in shaping public perception of the conflict. The widespread availability of AI video technologies has led to a flood of deepfake videos and manipulated images circulating across social media platforms,…
Hundreds of revelers were forced to evacuate a popular dance club in southwestern Germany after a fire broke out early Sunday morning, authorities reported. The incident occurred at what local media identified as the K Club Kehl, a well-known hip-hop venue in the border town of Kehl, situated along the…
R Street Institute Opposes Minnesota Social Media Regulation Bill, Citing Technical and Constitutional Concerns A policy expert has testified against proposed Minnesota legislation that would impose strict regulations on social media platforms, warning the measure would face significant implementation challenges and likely violate constitutional protections. Josh Withrow, a fellow with…
In a development affecting website accessibility, users attempting to access content on the Houston Chronicle website are encountering technical difficulties that prevent the site from loading properly. The issue appears to be widespread and is impacting the user experience across the publication’s digital platform. According to error messages displayed to…
Ukrainian Cultural Official Detained for Spreading Russian Propaganda Ukrainian authorities have detained a high-ranking official from the Ministry of Culture on suspicion of spreading Russian propaganda and justifying Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine, the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) announced Thursday. The official, who heads one of the ministry’s departments, allegedly…
Land Dispute Controversy: False Claims About Malaysian Hospital Relocation Spark Racial Tensions A fabricated social media post claiming that Bukit Mertajam Hospital would be relocated to “avoid disturbing” a nearby Hindu temple has triggered fresh concerns over Malaysia’s ongoing religious and racial tensions. The false information, which circulated widely before…
North Korean Technology Drives Iran’s Missile Arsenal in Escalating Conflict Iran’s sophisticated missile system, which recently targeted the U.S. base at Diego Garcia, was developed with crucial assistance from North Korea, according to a leading expert on the strategic alliance between the two nations. “The missile launched at Diego Garcia…
States Risk Losing $23 Billion by Opting Out of Education Freedom Tax Credit, Analysis Shows States that decline to participate in the Education Freedom Tax Credit (EFTC) program could forfeit nearly $23 billion in education funding over the next three years, according to a new analysis from the America First…
Antonio Banderas Joins Palm Sunday Procession, Marking Start of Holy Week in Spain MALAGA, Spain — Celebrated actor Antonio Banderas took to the streets of his hometown Sunday, donning a traditional penitent’s robe as he participated in one of Spain’s most cherished religious traditions to mark the beginning of Holy…
China’s flag carrier Air China resumed direct flights between Beijing and Pyongyang on Monday, marking another step in the gradual reopening of North Korea’s borders after years of pandemic-induced isolation. The inaugural flight was met with a formal reception at Pyongyang’s airport, where Chinese ambassador Wang Yajun and other diplomats…
