The alarming rise of mis and disinformation has put peacekeepers at risk, compromised global health efforts, and led to civil unrest in the U.S. and around the globe. In fact, more than 85% of people worldwide are worried about the impact of online disinformation, with 87% believing it has harmed their country’s politics, according to a recent UNESCO survey. In polling by Pew Research, most Americans say the U.S. government and technology companies should take steps to restrict false information online.
With concern — and artificial intelligence — on the rise, the U.S. is partnering with the UN and civil society to fight the fake.