Social media users who regularly see misleading information are more concerned about the potential for political manipulation

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May 10, 2019

Misinformation and fears about its impact are pervasive in 11 emerging economies

Social media users who regularly see misleading information are more concerned about the potential for political manipulation

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Misinformation and fears about its impact are pervasive in 11 emerging economies
Exposure to incorrect information is widespread in most emerging economies surveyed
Half or more social media users in most countries see both false information and new content regularly
Social media users who regularly see misleading information are more concerned about the potential for political manipulation

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Misinformation and fears about its impact are pervasive in 11 emerging economies

Social media users who regularly see misleading information are more concerned about the potential for political manipulation

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