Facebook fake news

Facebook to remove posts that spur violence

Facebook-owned WhatsApp is facing the flak in India for allowing the circulation of large number of irresponsible messages filled with rumours and provocation that has led to growing instances of lynching of innocent people.

Jul 19, 2018, 10:52 AM IST

Twitter, Facebook asked to disclose more information on fake news

Together the shareholders hold roughly $35 million worth of Twitter stock and roughly $1.1 billion of Facebook

Jan 12, 2018, 13:25 PM IST

Facebook releases 10 tips to spot fake news – Check out

Facebook has initiated an offline campaign in India to create awareness on the menace of fake news.

Sep 23, 2017, 10:00 AM IST

Facebook shareholders propose reports on 'fake news', pay equality

Shareholders have proposed that Facebook Inc prepare a report on the threat to democracy and free speech from so-called fake news spread on the social media forum, and the dangers it may pose to the company itself, according to a proxy filing made on Friday.

Apr 15, 2017, 11:32 AM IST

Facebook initiates survey to curb fake news

In an effort to stop the proliferation of fake news, Facebook has initiated a "Survey" that asks users to what extent they think an article uses misleading language.

Dec 06, 2016, 15:33 PM IST