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How Shocking Tricks of Misinformation Hijack Your Mind

7 August 2025 AIMN Editorial 6

By Denis Hay Description Discover the shocking tricks of misinformation and how to prime your brain to spot them. Learn the secrets before they fool you. Introduction: How Lies Beat the Truth Online Bold […]

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A firestorm of misinformation

12 January 2025 Lucy Hamilton 3

Meta’s decision to stop factchecking its platforms was announced in the same week as LA continues to be devastated by wildfires. The two events are long in the making and related. Wearing a $900,000 watch, […]

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How Shocking Tricks of Misinformation Hijack Your Mind

A firestorm of misinformation