Episode #16: Intro to Lies - Tech Battlegrounds & Nation State Response (Disinformation Part Three)

Disinformation Deep Dive: Tech Platforms and International StrategiesIn this episode of 'Propaganda Loves You,' host Kodie, Arthur, and Joe delve into the ways disinformation spreads across social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter (now X), Google, TikTok, and Reddit. They discuss the efforts these companies have made, or failed to make, in combating disinformation. The conversation touches on the larger implications of these actions, referencing real-world events like the U.S.'s recent military parade and its portrayal in the media. The episode also contrasts the approaches of different nations, highlighting Finland's robust educational strategies against disinformation and contrasting them with the current U.S. situation. The episode concludes with a tease of upcoming discussions on NGOs and citizen-led initiatives to counter disinformation.00:00 Introduction to Propaganda Loves You00:40 Deep Dive into Disinformation01:45 Current Events: Israel and Iran Conflict06:50 Disinformation Tactics and Technology Platforms09:07 Meta's Role in Combating Disinformation13:34 Challenges and Criticisms of Social Media Companies22:01 The State of Twitter Under Elon Musk30:54 Google's Efforts Against Nation-State Hackers31:32 Google's Moderation Efforts and Challenges32:53 TikTok's Influence and Algorithm Concerns34:19 Reddit's Role in Disinformation36:02 The European Union's Digital Services Act36:36 The Battle Between Free Speech and Platform Responsibility38:04 The Scale of Data Tracking and AI Concerns47:16 Finland's Approach to Combating Disinformation53:49 The US and Russia's Role in Modern Disinformation57:59 Upcoming Topics and Final ThoughtsAdditional sources for this episode https://www.thenerdreich.com/author/gil/https://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/10/world/europe/finland-misinformation-classes.htmlhttps://www.reuters.com/business/media-telecom/facebook-owner-meta-will-block-access-russias-rt-sputnik-eu-2022-02-28/https://www.the-independent.com/tech/russia-youtube-state-media-ban-b2034222.htmlhttps://www.technologyreview.com/2019/09/26/434/whatsapp-disinformation-message-forwarding-politics-technology-brazil-india-election/pVkwP0t8WI3Y3IeKg5Ll