Open Internet by MindsNet

Spreading of Baseless Conspiracy Theories Online

The article highlights the spread of conspiracy theories online, specifically regarding hantavirus, and how influencers and grifters are using tactics learned from Covid-19 to promote baseless claims. This spread of misinformation poses a significant challenge to public health and trust in online information. The ease with which false information can be disseminated and believed creates a bottleneck in addressing and mitigating the effects of such misinformation.

Social Sciences, Psychology, Social Psychology