misinformation prevention
X's New 'About This Account' Feature Aims to Combat Misinformation Despite Initial Accuracy Issues
Nov 23, 2025 06:45 pm CST
Elon Musk's X platform has launched an "About this Account" feature to help users verify authenticity by displaying account creation dates, locations, and username change history. Despite initial accuracy complaints from users regarding incorrect location data, particularly for VPN users, X continues to position the tool as part of its transparency efforts to combat bots and misinformation online.
India Mandates AI Content Labelling: New IT Rules to Combat Deepfakes and Protect Digital Users
Oct 22, 2025 09:42 pm CST
India's IT Ministry has proposed new regulations requiring clear labelling of AI-generated content to protect users from deepfakes. The draft amendments to IT Rules 2021 would mandate social media platforms to implement verification systems for synthetic content, with visual or audio markers covering at least 10% of the content. These measures aim to combat misinformation, electoral manipulation, and impersonation while maintaining innovation in AI technologies.