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Online harassment is a serious problem in America. This is where it’s happening
Social media sites are some of the most common places for online abuse, but it's also seen on messaging apps, gaming platforms, email and dating sites.
Global Issue
Industry
Economy
4th Industrial Revolution
Global Issue
Industry
Economy
4th Industrial Revolution
Social Media
COVID-19
Health workers are using TikTok to debunk COVID-19 myths
Social media platforms like TikTok are being used by medics to dispel false information about COVID-19, which could undermine the global pandemic response.
Digital Communications
The digital switch? Why more Americans are logging on than tuning in to get their news
Over eight in 10 American adults 'sometimes' or 'often' access their news on digital devices, demonstrating a shift away from the print and radio news industries.
Social Media
Meet Sirio, the seven-year-old Italian influencer changing attitudes over disabilities
Sirio Persichetti, a 7-year-old Italian boy with a form of cerebral palsy, has become famous on social media as his mother documents his daily life.
Future of Media, Entertainment and Sport
Lost in translation: Why audio description must go onto the accessibility agenda
Blind and visually impaired people use audio description to consume TV and video content. It needs to become more widely available.
Social Media
There's no vaccine for the infodemic - so how can we combat the virus of misinformation?
Misinformation about COVID-19 has spread as fast as the virus. UN communications chief Melissa Fleming and journalism entrepreneur Mark Little have plans to slow it down.
Social Media
Corporate America is advancing racial equality - and we have Millennials and Gen-Z to thank
Wharton hosted a panel discussion about the role of companies and philanthropic organizations in addressing racial and social justice in the workplace. Here's what the panellists said.
Social Media
Banning apps like TikTok is a slippery slope. Here's why
Banning apps like TikTok could have long-term negative implications. Regulators should take a more nuanced approach to overseeing this sector. Here's why.
Social Media
These are the countries that spend the most and least time on social media
The Global Web Index has interviewed citizens of countries around the world to find out which ones use social media the most, with the Philippines coming out top.
Media, Entertainment and Information
Introducing the World Economic Forum's Podcast Club
The World Economic Forum Podcast Club is a place to find or make recommendations, to discuss your favourite podcasts and to find out more about ours.
Arts and Culture
The history of the 5 billion emojis used every single day
2020 saw the release of 117 new emojis, bringing the total up to 3,136, and by 2021 this figure is set to grow to 3,353.
Internet of Things
Here’s what happens every minute on the internet in 2020
The internet has come to play an extraordinary dominant role in our lives, but exactly how much do we use it? From Netflix streams to Instagram posts, this visualisation shows exactly how...
Media, Entertainment and Information
Visualizing the social media universe in 2020
With nearly half the world's population on social media, it's become big business. But how do the likes of Facebook, Instagram, Youtube and others compare?
Systemic Racism
How the media and entertainment industry is addressing systemic racism
How advertising, consumer products, gaming, music, social media and sports companies are addressing systemic racism in their corporate culture and content.
COVID-19
Our itch to share helps spread COVID-19 misinformation
An MIT study has found social media's built-in craving for likes is affecting our ability to objectively analyze the accuracy of online news before clicking 'share'.