Table 2 Roles and responsibilities of various actors in preventing disinformation
From: Modeling disinformation networks on Twitter: structure, behavior, and impact
Actor | Possible actions to prevent disinformation |
|---|---|
Social media platforms | Deleting fake accounts Breaking disinformation networks Reinforcing legitimate news sources Implementing advanced algorithms for detecting inauthentic behavior Adjusting recommendation systems to deprioritize disinformation |
Governments and institutions | Promoting media literacy campaigns Developing and enforcing policies against coordinated inauthentic behavior Collaborating internationally to tackle cross-border disinformation Funding research on disinformation spread and its impact |
Users | Engaging in media literacy education Learning to recognize and respond to disinformation Using critical thinking to assess the credibility of information Reporting suspicious or misleading content to platforms |
Independent fact-checkers and NGOs | Identifying and debunking disinformation quickly Collaborating with social media platforms to highlight accurate information Educating the public about identifying fake news |
Researchers and academics | Conducting behavioral studies on disinformation spread Developing new tools and methods to detect and analyze disinformation networks Collaborating with platforms and governments to provide insights and recommendations |
International bodies and coalitions | Facilitating cross-border cooperation in combating disinformation Establishing global standards and protocols for information integrity Coordinating efforts among member states to address disinformation challenges |