@politico.eu on the European Commission’s push to address the addictiveness of TikTok’s design. Do you think platform design should be regulated?
The internet remembers more than we think, and AI is getting better at connecting the dots—testing the limits of the pseudonyms that once protected identity online.
It explores tensions around activism, anonymity, misinformation, and the role of coordinated messaging in democratic life.
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This case study examines a 2020 incident involving coordinated commenting efforts, platform suspensions, and questions about how social media companies define and enforce their policies.
Coordinated political activity online is common - from organized fandoms to political campaigns - but when does it become ethically concerning?
Context matters just as much as facts. Instead of just checking whether a claim is true, we should consider where it came from, how it’s framed, and what information might be missing. That kind of deeper thinking helps navigate a messy info environment with more clarity.
Great thoughts on what it means to build AI literacy. Not just teaching tools, but grounding understanding in context, purpose, and power.
If we want to navigate this era with confidence, we need literacy that helps question, interpret, and judge, not just use systems. https://twp.ai/4ivrtA
She’ll share evidence showing how digital media, when self-selected or thoughtfully prescribed, can reduce stress, decrease procrastination, increase goal motivation, and even strengthen empathy and relationships.
🍕 Pizza provided!
🔗 Event details:
Dr. Nabi will explore why research and media coverage often spotlight risks while overlooking psychological benefits, and what that bias costs us.
📣 Join us tomorrow for a talk by Dr. Robin Nabi, Professor of Communication at UC Santa Barbara, as she challenges the “digital danger” narrative.
Very interesting conversation to listen to!
We found that posts using connective language were more enjoyable to read, led to fewer emotional reactions, and made readers feel less manipulated.
Small shifts in wording may matter.
Read the full report here:
Political conversations online can feel divided and difficult.
Our research explores how using “connective language”, phrasing that signals openness and humility, may improve people’s online experience.
As more people get news and civic info from social feeds, relationships between officials and influential creators raise big questions about transparency, audience trust, and how political communication is changing online.
These resources help students, educators, and professionals explore the ethical decisions shaping today’s media environment.
Explore the full collection of open-access case studies:
At CME, the Media Ethics Initiative contributes to this mission by offering 150+ free media ethics case studies on topics like journalism, social media, advertising, and political communication.
During Open Education Week at UT Austin, we want to highlight the importance of Open Educational Resources — teaching and research materials that anyone can freely access, share, and adapt.
She’ll share evidence showing how digital media, when self-selected or thoughtfully prescribed, can reduce stress, decrease procrastination, increase goal motivation, and even strengthen empathy and relationships.
🍕 Pizza provided!
🔗 Event details:
Dr. Nabi will explore why research and media coverage often spotlight risks while overlooking psychological benefits, and what that bias costs us.
📣 Join us on March 10 for a talk by Dr. Robin Nabi, Professor of Communication at UC Santa Barbara, as she challenges the “digital danger” narrative.
She’ll share evidence showing how digital media, when self-selected or thoughtfully prescribed, can reduce stress, decrease procrastination, increase goal motivation, and even strengthen empathy and relationships.
🍕 Pizza provided!
🔗 Event details:
Dr. Nabi will explore why research and media coverage often spotlight risks while overlooking psychological benefits, and what that bias costs us.
📣 Join us on March 10 for a talk by Dr. Robin Nabi, Professor of Communication at UC Santa Barbara, as she challenges the “digital danger” narrative.
Ethical considerations are central to the daily operations of science philanthropies, advocacy organizations, & foundations.
We interviewed key organizational leaders to learn how they handle daily ethical realities & aspirational goals.
Read more: https://twp.ai/4ivaOD
@laskerfdn.bsky.social
It’s a reminder that real civic resilience comes from people and institutions as much as from code or policy.
We can build civic strength for an AI era not just by regulating tech, but by investing in communities, public literacy, and systems that help people participate meaningfully in decisions that affect them.
Worth a look if you’re curious about AI’s deeper cognitive and societal effects, especially beyond headlines and hype.
This research dives into how AI systems shape reasoning and decision-making, not just by generating answers but by influencing how people think about information and uncertainty.
She’ll share evidence showing how digital media, when self-selected or thoughtfully prescribed, can reduce stress, decrease procrastination, increase goal motivation, and even strengthen empathy and relationships.
🍕 Pizza provided!
🔗 Event details:
Dr. Nabi will explore why research and media coverage often spotlight risks while overlooking psychological benefits, and what that bias costs us.
