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Author
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Jiexun Li 1, Xiaohui Chang
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Year
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2022 JUNE
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Publisher
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Nature Publishing Group
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Abstract
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Misinformation on social media has emerged as a major societal concern, as false information often spreads faster than fact-based corrections. Previous studies indicate that fact-checks usually lag behind misinformation, limiting their effectiveness. Research analysing the diffusion of fact-checks on platforms such as Twitter highlights that their spread is influenced by factors including truthfulness ratings, source credibility, political orientation, and user engagement. Studies further reveal that fact-checks with clear and conclusive verdicts are shared more widely, suggesting that message clarity and credibility play a crucial role in countering online misinformation.
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Language
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ENGLISH