Global 'fake news' fight to focus on online platforms
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Significance Fake news is not a new phenomenon, but it has burgeoned since the emergence of social media. The issue has taken centre stage since 2016 because of reports that Russia interfered in the US presidential election through fake news and disinformation campaigns, and concern that it will do so in Europe’s upcoming elections. Impacts Public pressure to respond to fake news is likely to continue amid forthcoming European elections. Regulation may turn to the economics of online advertising to stifle fake news that aims to attract online traffic. Greater attention to the structure of online advertising could shed light on perverse incentives that encourage fake news.