Deep (and easy) fakes, the liar's dividend, and the fatal consequences of disinformation -
The first in a series from the brilliant #disinformation conference in Riga organised by EU DisinfoLab
#Disinfo2024
π¨ Missed #Disinfo2024 or want to revisit the key moments? πΈπ€ We've got you covered! You can now access the presentation slides and photos from the event right here π https://www.disinfo.eu/conference/
Linkspam! Mijn geschreven werk van de laatste tijd:
Recensie van het nieuwe seizoen van The Rings of Power: https://www.nrc.nl/nieuws/2024/10/01/rings-of-power-knipoogt-naar-lord-of-the-rings-moet-meer-uitgaan-van-eigen-kracht-a4867784
Achtergrondverhaal over de invloed van AI-fakes op de democratie in o.a. India en Zuid-Afrika - en dat die niet per se negatief is https://www.nrc.nl/nieuws/2024/10/10/deepfake-biedt-kansen-in-broze-democratie-a4868935
Verslag vanaf conferentie #Disinfo2024 in Riga: https://www.nrc.nl/nieuws/2024/10/14/bestijders-van-desinformatie-smeden-allianties-op-congres-in-riga-a4869299
Nieuwsbrief over mijn observaties op datzelfde congres: https://dehypeisreal.substack.com/p/als-honderden-strijders-tegen-desinformatie
As we return to our daily work across Europe, we carry with us the insights we gained from last week's @DisinfoEU conference in Riga. We reflect on the deep sense of responsibility and humility that emerged from the discussions we shared.
Here are our top takeaways from #Disinfo2024, inspired by the collective intelligence of our remarkable community.
#Disinfo2024 #disinformation #FIMI #OSINT π«ΆπΌ @DisinfoEU
https://checkfirst.network/eu-disinfolab-2024-conference-our-key-takeaways-from-disinfo2024/
And just like that, #Disinfo2024 has come to an end! π₯Ή
A huge thank you to all the speakers, attendees, and the team for two days of inspiring discussions and exchanges β¨
Onward in tackling disinformation! πͺπ
Rise and shine, #Disinfo2024! πβ
Day 2 is about to begin, and weβre ready for another round of inspiring sessions and discussions π‘β¨
Day 1 of #Disinfo2024 is coming to a close π
But the fun isnβt over yet β weβve got a film screening 'For Sama', and for the brave, a walking tour! βοΈπ€·ββοΈ
#Disinfo2024 is off to a fantastic start with tonightβs informal gathering in full swing! πΉ
We can't wait to see you all tomorrow! π
We are happy to announce that our CTO, Amaury, will be speaking on a panel at the @DisinfoEU conference. He'll be highlighting the vital role of communities and partnerships in our field.
π±π» Join us in Riga!
Check out the programme here: https://disinfo.eu/disinfo2024-programme/
At #Disinfo2024 we will have two amazing sessions with Hamza Al-Kateab! In the first session, "Silencing Voices: The Ultimate Target of Propaganda", Hamza will be interviewed by Liz Wahl. In addition we will be screening the powerful film, For Sama, followed by a Q&A chaired by Gunta Sloga from the Baltic Center for Media Excellence.
β° Last chance to request your tickets! https://www.disinfo.eu/conference
Watch the For Sama trailer here: https://youtu.be/vsvBqtg2RM0?feature=shared
Get registered for #Disinfo2024 before its too late!! β°
Registration closes on 25 September (that's next weekπ), make sure to check out the exciting updates to our program! https://www.disinfo.eu/disinfo2024-programme/
Request your tickets now! https://www.disinfo.eu/conference
How can we disrupt Information Operations (IOs) and FIMI? π‘οΈ Join this session with Viktoras Dauksas (DebunkEU) (π΅π€π£), Baiba Braze (Latvian Minister of Foreign Affairs), and Christine Allan de Lavenne (SIDE Law Office), at #Disinfo2024.
Join us! β¬οΈ
https://www.disinfo.eu/conference
What is OpenAI's role in addressing the evolving landscape of threats? What can be done to mitigate these challenges?
In this #Disinfo2024 session, OpenAI's Ryan Fugit shares insights into AI-driven tools that enhance investigative efficiency, as well as into the company's transparency reports and information-sharing processes.
Places are limited β request your ticket now! π«β¬οΈ
https://www.disinfo.eu/conference
Join us at #Disinfo2024 for a session with Elodie Ho (WHO - AIRA), Aleksandra Atanasova (Reset), and Pragnya Senapati (Ripple Research) on disinformative trends affecting public #health and #climate action.
Request your ticket nowπ«π
https://www.disinfo.eu/conference
β° It's #DisinfoUpdate time again! π’π
In this edition, we continue to marvel at our newly unveiled #Disinfo2024 programme, visit the green oasis of the newsletter β #ClimateClarity Corner πππΏ β and peek into the EU Commission's new ideas for tackling foreign interferences.
As we count down the weeks to bringing our community together for our annual conference #Disinfo2024 in Riga, Latvia, on 9-10 October, we are thrilled to share the draft programme with you!
#Disinfo2024 is an in-person event β no streaming or recordings, just living in the moment! Make sure you don't miss out!
β‘οΈ Request your tickets by 31 May to take advantage of the Early Bird offer! π¦π« https://www.mittoevents.com/disinfo2024/register
#Disinfo2024 will bring our community together once again! ππ€
We're working on 3 parallel tracks covering a range of topics: #FIMI & elections, #GenAI , role of #communities, evolution of fact-checking...
More about the first confirmed sessions π
https://www.disinfo.eu/disinfo2024-programme
π’π Your latest #DisinfoUpdate is out!
In this edition, we launch #ClimateClarity, celebrate the opening of #Disinfo2024 registration, and introduce our newest team talent!
Read more here π
https://www.disinfo.eu/disinfo-update-03-04-2024/
We're in awe at the response to our #Disinfo2024 open call β it resulted in enough proposals for multiple conferences! π€―β€οΈ
We're weaving the maximum of them into the conference programme and bring some to our upcoming #webinars.
π¨ Stay tuned for more details on registration!
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