What can be done to tackle Fake news?

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What can be done to tackle Fake news?

‘Fake news’ is a term that we’ve heard a lot in recent years – but what can be done to tackle it?  We have heard numerous examples of people and groups using their online platforms to knowingly spread disinformation - but at what point do the tech companies step in to act and just how damaging is all of this?  Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly and Tom McEvoy Funding and Advocacy Manager with Pieta House joined Andrea to chat about the issue. Listen and subscribe to Lunchtime Live on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App. You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

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What can be done to tackle Fake news?