The Risks of Fake News

The video explores the impact of deep fake technology and historical propaganda, highlighting how confirmation bias leads people to believe fake news. It includes a public perception test on real vs fake videos and discusses the societal implications of mistrust caused by misinformation. Experts suggest that communication and critical thinking are key to combating these issues.

What historical examples of state-sponsored misinformation are mentioned in the text?

How can individuals discern between real and fake information in the digital age?

What are the potential worst-case scenarios resulting from widespread distrust in information?