Tag: fake news
How the Philippines is Leading the Charge in Online Fact-Checking
In an age of misinformation, the Philippines has emerged as a global leader in the fight against fake news. According to Google Trends, the country ranks first in the world for searches on "fake news" and "misinformation" in 2023. It also places in the top ten globally for "disinformation" and "fact-checking" searches. This growing interest signifies that Filipinos are increasingly curious about these crucial issues and eager to better understand them.
LIST: How To Fact-Check and Spot Fake News
Here is a list of ways how netizens can fact-check and spot fake news from tips shared at the 2022 Google News Initiative APAC Trusted Media Summit.