Techniques to Investigate Misinformation and Social Media

As social media companies dismantle online safety guardrails, investigating coordinated misinformation campaigns has become critical for journalists. Participants learn to archive content in bulk, analyze patterns indicating online coordination, and collaborate with communities to document misinformation's real-world impact. The session covers specialized tools for monitoring Telegram channels, collecting and analyzing data from messaging platforms, and uncovering influence operations designed to shape public opinion.