Spain’s New Approach to Monitoring and Preventing Online Hate
The Digital Dynamics of Online Hate Online hatred can take many forms. Messages, videos or even emojis that dehumanise individuals or that indirectly incite violence against people
Why political polarisation can make citizens more vulnerable to disinformation
Every week, social media users encounter viral claims about health, economics, technology or politics shared by influencers, commentators, or self-proclaimed experts. Some promise
The free speech tradition in Europe and the United States: a comparative perspective
The regulation of hate speech and disinformation reflects divergent constitutional and regulatory traditions in Europe and the United States. Understanding these differences is ess
Educating Against Hate Speech And Disinformation: Challenges And Approaches
As hate speech and digital manipulation enter the mainstream, traditional regulations are no longer enough. Discover why education, media literacy, and frontline civil society stra
Reclaiming Reality: Combating Online Hate and Lies in the Post-truth Era
In today’s digital landscape, shaped by what many describe as a ‘post-truth era’, public discourse is frequently challenged by political polarisation and a growing distrust o
Just a post? When online hate becomes offline harm
In today’s hyper-connected world, can we still draw a clear line between what happens online and what happens offline? Or has that boundary quietly disappeared? The philosopher L
Defining hate speech and disinformation in a complex and dynamic digital landscape
Hate speech and disinformation are evolving rapidly across digital (as well as offline) spaces. This short article explores why clear, operational definitions are crucial, and how
FBK to Develop Core AI Tools for ECLIPSE Project Against Hate Speech
As the technical coordinator of the ECLIPSE project, Fondazione Bruno Kessler (FBK) will develop and provide a suite of advanced and trustworthy Artificial Intelligence tools. Thes
Don’t be a target: make media literacy your top 2026 resolution!
2026 has just started, and if you’re considering a New Year’s resolution that can benefit you and others, there are new resources available to support the identification an