Fake News
Fake News

Author(s): Dan-Ion CĂLIN, Alexandru BARCAN, Ciprian Eugeniu CONSTANTIN
Subject(s): Educational Psychology, Crowd Psychology: Mass phenomena and political interactions, ICT Information and Communications Technologies
Published by: Asociatia Romana pentru Asigurarea Securitatii Informatiei
Keywords: disinformation; deep fake; fake news; information war; psychological warfare
Summary/Abstract: The terms "fake news" and "falsehood" have become ubiquitous in contemporary society. They influence or alter the way in which people perceive reality. The challenge of combating fake news lies in its ability to evade detection and capture the attention of a growing number of individuals. It has the potential to alter the way reality is perceived, impact the reputation of institutions and organisations, and even pose a threat to national security by influencing perceptions of values and risks. In today's context, fake news has emerged as a significant vulnerability, with the potential to be exploited as part of hybrid warfare strategies. One proposed method for combating the spread of fake news is the development of critical thinking skills that are specifically designed to identify such information and mitigate its influence on personal beliefs and values.

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