Bad News

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Bad News

Founded in 2018

This tool intended to build user understanding of the techniques involved in the dissemination of disinformation. This game exposes players to fake news tactics used against them by putting them in the position of a news baron for fake news. Players win by publishing headlines that attract the most followers.

Bad News is not affiliated with RAND. It was selected for this database because it fits our researchers' inclusion criteria.

Tool type

Education/training

Status

Fully operational

Intended users

General public

Cost

Free

Tool focus

This tool is process-focused. It evaluates how information is produced and disseminated.

Method or technology

Online course or game

Is the tool automated?

Yes

Founding organization

Cambridge University collaborating with DROG

Founder/primary contact

Information not available

How is this tool working to address disinformation?

This tool aims to fight disinformation by creating a cohort of information conusmers who are better able to identify and avoid false information online.

Is there a connection with tech platforms?

None found

Who is funding the tool?

DROG

Are there external evaluations?

None found