Majority of social media influencers don’t verify information before sharing it, study finds
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Majority of social media influencers share information without verifying its accuracy: UN report
The majority of social media influencers share information with their followers without verifying its accuracy, according to a new U.N. report that was released on Tuesday. The new study,
The majority of social media influencers don’t verify information before sharing it, according to a new UN report
According to the UNESCO study, 62% of surveyed creators said they don’t vet the accuracy of content before sharing it with their followers. Roughly one-third of influencers said they shared information without checking its validity if it originated from a source that they trusted,
Most social media influencers don't check sources before sharing info: Report
Many people are turning to social media influencers to get their information in the digital age. Here's why that might not be a good idea.
Study: Many Influencers Don’t Verify Info They Share
A recent study reveals that most social media influencers fail to verify information before posting it showing that accuracy often takes a backseat.
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The Australian Senate debates the world's first social media ban for children under 16
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