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Do echo chambers really exist on social media? The case for, and against.
Echo chambers are a pervasive and contentious issue in the world of social media. On the one hand, some argue that echo chambers are a...
Dec 16, 20224 min read


How can we protect elections from the negative influences of social media?
Elections are threatened by different aspects of social media. This article outlines several ways we can protect free and fair elections.
Dec 11, 20227 min read


The five biggest challenges facing social media
As social media continues to play a central role in our lives, it's important to recognize and address the challenges facing the industry.
Dec 6, 20225 min read


Interview on Voice of Islam radio
Our founder had the chance to go on Voice of Islam radio just before the 2020 Presidential election. What did he get right and wrong? It...
Nov 11, 20201 min read


Tristan Hotham, founder of the Social Media Research Centre on BBC World News
Tristan Hotham, our founder, was on BBC World News discussing a contested election in the social media age.
Nov 9, 20201 min read


Our founder interviewed on Sky News with Colin Brazier
Our founder Tristan was asked on to talk about Facebook's Voter Information Center and where the line should be drawn on dangerous content.
Jun 24, 20201 min read


The meme-ification of politics
The meme-ification of politics is here, but it is a double-edged sword, as it has the potential to both engage and drive away.
Sep 6, 20193 min read
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