Bashar Tahayna, Ramesh Kumar Ayyasamy*
Computer Systems Science and Engineering, Vol.47, No.1, pp. 37-54, 2023, DOI:10.32604/csse.2023.036648
- 26 May 2023
Abstract Millions of people are connecting and exchanging information on social media platforms, where interpersonal interactions are constantly being shared. However, due to inaccurate or misleading information about the COVID-19 pandemic, social media platforms became the scene of tense debates between believers and doubters. Healthcare professionals and public health agencies also use social media to inform the public about COVID-19 news and updates. However, they occasionally have trouble managing massive pandemic-related rumors and frauds. One reason is that people share and engage, regardless of the information source, by assuming the content is unquestionably true. On Twitter,… More >