M1. Media: ownership, funding, agenda
54. How Digital Media Threatens Local Arts and Languages in India
54. How Digital Media Threatens Local Arts and Languages in India In India, local cultures and languages are endangered as global digital media promotes a homogenized culture. Traditional arts like Kathakali dance see dwindling interest among the youth, including 18-year-old Arjun from Kerala, who prefers Western pop culture. Individual outcomes Arjun loses connection with his…
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26. How Disinformation Plagues Cryptocurrency Investments in Finport In 2026, the city of Finport becomes the center of a financial scam due to disinformation about a cryptocurrency investment scheme. Promoted by a self-proclaimed finance guru through various online platforms and word-of-mouth, many citizens, including 35 year old Linda Johnson, fall victim to the scam. Individual…
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23. How Misinformation Fuels Deforestation in Isla Verde The tropical island nation of Isla Verde faces an environmental crisis in 2032 due to misinformation about deforestation’s impacts. The country’s largest logging company, GreenCut, launches a campaign falsely promoting deforestation as beneficial for economic growth. Environmental activists like Maria Gonzalez attempt to counteract this narrative, but…
Read More10. How Misinterpretation and Misinformation Led to the Loss of Valorian History
10. How Misinterpretation and Misinformation Led to the Loss of Valorian History In the historic city of Valoria, a misunderstanding about the significance of a centuries-old monument, the Valorian Obelisk, leads to its demolition. A misleading blog post by local influencer, Luca Moretti, incorrectly claims the obelisk symbolises oppression. Without proper verification or understanding of…
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