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Psychology-Empowered Disinformation Detection and Campaign Tracking
An AI framework to detect and track disinformation campaigns
Research Project
The modern information landscape is complex and extremely dynamic , making the identification of disinformation extremely important . This team hopes to develop computational models to track what messages containing misinformation are more likely to be spread , locations / platforms that are potential origins of misinformation , how messages spread across connections , and the extent of potential information spread .
First , it will develop advanced computational methods to detect false or deceptive messages . This involves understanding synthetic media , identifying deceptive traits , and creating effective models .
Second , it will track the spread of disinformation across networks . By analysing message origins and communication channels , it aims to quantify how information propagates . Its AI framework will view individuals as nodes connected through communication channels , with varying rates of spread across different platforms .
Key capabilities
> Unique , interdisciplinary team
> Expertise on the psychology of misinformation and its message encoding
> Experience working on multi-year projects with Defence ( DSTG )
Differentiators
> World-leading researchers in AI / ML , signal processing and psychology
> In-house AI models implementing a range of AI / ML algorithms
> Large and talented pool of AI researchers and students
Key customers
> Defence > Government agencies > Industry working with
Defence and Government
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Through this project , the team will strive to mitigate the impact of disinformation and promote the dissemination of accurate information .
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