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New computer misuse law threatens freedom of expression, activists say

Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni signed into law the Computer Misuse (Amendment) Act, 2022, which criminalises some internet activities despite concerns that the law could curtail online freedom of expression. The legislation introduced by Kampala Central Member of Parliament, Muhammad Nsereko, prescribes punitive measures for sending or sharing false, malicious, and unsolicited information online. The law […]

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How fake science websites hijack our trust in experts to misinform and confuse

Isobelle Clarke, Lancaster University The scientific method is rigorous. Claims and premises are supported with evidence. The peer review system is designed to ensure that research is scrutinised by experts before publication. And whenever researchers lack certainty, they’ll emphasise that “further research is necessary” to land on the truth. Unfortunately, fake science websites are learning […]

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