The Future of Truth and Misinformation Online
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| Report location: | source |
| Language: | English |
| Publisher: | Pew Research Center |
| Publication date: | October 19, 2017 |
| Authors: | Janna Anderson, Lee Rainie |
| Geographic focus: | United States |
| Page count: | 92 |
Methods
The research method used in this report involves a non-scientific, opt-in canvassing of experts and interested parties who were asked to share their views on the future of digital spaces. Participants provided written responses to a set of open-ended questions about the evolution of digital spaces, potential reforms, and the roles of various stakeholders in shaping the digital public sphere.
Key Insights
This report examines the potential future of digital spaces and their role in democracy by 2035, exploring whether they will evolve to significantly serve the public good or continue to amplify human frailties and societal divisions. It considers the impact of human behavior, technology design, corporate interests, and government regulation on the trajectory of digital life.
Additional Viewpoints
Categories: 2017 publication year | English publication language | artificial intelligence | internet | privacy | social media | technology | trust | united states geographic scope