Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: This article examines the proliferation of disinformation in digital environments, with particular emphasis on social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter (X), and TikTok. Through analysis of current research and five case studies from diverse geographic regions — including the United States, Indonesia, Brazil, India, and Germany — we identify key factors contributing to the spread of false information online and evaluate contemporary countermeasures. The findings indicate that algorithmic amplification, cognitive biases, and inadequate digital literacy significantly influence disinformation dissemination. We propose a multi-stakeholder framework combining technological solutions, media literacy education, and platform accountability to effectively combat digital disinformation. The research contributes to understanding how false information flourishes online and offers practical approaches for mitigating its societal impact.
Author: MUHAMMAD HISYAM ZUHAIR
Institution: Hasanuddin University
Language: English
Subfield: Sociology and Political Science
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7220088137