Social media content in times of war
How to keep violence and other inappropriate content off your feeds
19 November 2023 - 00:00
Social media platforms are a great source of information and entertainment. They also help us to maintain contact with friends and family. But social media can also — and has, often — become a toxic environment for spreading disinformation, hatred and conflict...
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