Author: okern

False and Inaccurate Information on the Web

With the internet becoming more open and accessible for public use, false information has become more common, especially with the rise of social media. Regardless of accuracy, people can put anything out into the internet. It has become more about user engagement, and how much companies can make profits off of information on the internet then prioritizing essential accurate information. Additionally, it could be used for certain political agenda’s, especially during election season where voters are researching candidates and their policies. To read more on why people knowingly share false information on the internet, take a look at Harvard Kennedy School Misinformation Review. People also have confirmation bias, where they would most likely agree with information that aligns with their beliefs, even if it could be inaccurate. This combination of factors are what create a dangerous environment where misinformation is knowingly spread in order for personal and financial gain, or even to just to create chaos.

AI’s Impact on Misinformation and Disinformation

AI has greatly impact misinformation and disinformation on the internet. Now, AI can generate images, texts, and even audios about whatever the user wants. For example, people can now generate AI images of celebrities, or even audio recordings of their voices. This content can be highly convincing, but also false. AI is becoming more and more advanced by the day to where people won’t be able to tell the difference between whats real or fake. Also, it is unknown what sources that AI takes information from, so people don’t know if the information is truly accurate. Although AI can be used to detect misinformation or to fact-check, it is questioned whether it is truly efficient or not.

You:
Can you give me options for a title of an article about AI, false information, and misinformation?

Copilot
Sent by Copilot:
Certainly! Here are some title options for your article:

“Navigating the AI Landscape: Unraveling False Information and Misinformation”
“The Dance of Deception: AI, Disinformation, and the Web”
“Artificial Intelligence vs. Misinformation: A Battle for Truth”
“Web of Deceit: How AI Grapples with False Information”
“Taming the Digital Hydra: AI’s Role in Combating Misinformation”
Feel free to choose the one that resonates with your content! 😊

Why I Picked This Title?

I thought the AI picked a good title for this article because it encapsulates how misinformation can become a “web of deceit”. One piece of false information can just lead to another. I picked this one also because it would be a title that would grab the attention of readers and make them want to read the article.

Openness

Why?

The benefits of an open internet allows anyone to access any information at anytime. People can share their creations or ideas for everyone to see. Not only that, but people can give feedback or even gain inspiration from it. People can build off of each other’s ideas and knowledge, creating something more impactful or knowledgeable.

How?

A major example of information being open to everyone are YouTube tutorials. If one is struggling on how to do a task, just one simple search is all it takes to find hundreds of tutorials on how to do it. People can even comment on the videos something that they experienced and add their own ideas.

Accessibility

Why?

Accessibility to the internet ensures that everyone has equal access to information. The internet may be open to everyone, but some platforms make it difficult with those who have disabilities to access the information they need. Not only would it benefit those with disabilities, it could benefit the general population by providing more inclusive options.

How?

There are many methods that are used in order to make the internet more accessible. Closed captions, descriptive URL’s, alt text, or even just creating a simple website design that everyone can easily navigate. To read more on how to make personal content on the internet more accessible, visit Digital Culture Network.