Protect Yourself from Scammers: Identifying and Avoiding Common Tricks

Protect Yourself from Scammers: Identifying and Avoiding Common Tricks

Today, it is crucial to be aware of scams and take steps to protect oneself. In this article, we will highlight some common tricks used by scammers and provide tips on how to identify and avoid falling victim to them. It’s advisable to ignore messages from random accounts, look for verification badges on social media pages, refrain from sharing sensitive information for cash rewards, and be cautious of unsolicited messages or calls.
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Swiss Economy

Disinformation: A Serious Threat to the Swiss Economy

Disinformation poses a significant threat to the Swiss economy and society at large. The Covid-19 pandemic has increased public awareness of the dangers of false information, leading to a greater demand for reliable journalism. While social media and alternative sources are seen as primary conduits for disinformation, professional media outlets have maintained a better reputation. Recognizing the critical role of quality journalism and implementing strategies to combat disinformation is crucial for safeguarding the economy and fostering societal resilience against this growing threat.
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Religion as a Tool of Psychological Manipulation: Unveiling the Psy-ops Tactics for Mass Control

Religion as a Tool of Psychological Manipulation: Unveiling the Psy-ops Tactics for Mass Control

Psychological operations, commonly known as psy-ops, are strategic tactics employed to influence and manipulate people’s thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors. In the realm of manipulation techniques, the exploitation of religion has been a powerful tool for controlling populations.
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Putin’s Victory Day Speech: 14 Hard Manipulation Techniques Exposed

Putin’s recent Victory Day speech showcased his mastery of manipulation techniques, employing the strategy of speaking loudly and carrying a little stick to propagate disinformation. This tactic creates an illusion of strength and power while shaping public opinion and reinforcing desired narratives. Read along to discover these manipulation techniques.
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Learn the “If It Didn’t Happen, Just Fake It”, the Kremlin Way!

In the relentless pursuit of deflecting blame for its aggression against Ukraine, the Kremlin’s propagandists have employed a manipulative tactic: if it didn’t happen, just fake it. This deceptive strategy was evident in their recent attempts to shift responsibility onto the US, NATO, and other entities.
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critical thinking

Test Your Critical Thinking Skills with Mastering the Art of Critical Thinking and Identifying Fallacies Workshop Quiz

In this article, we’ll explore the 5 techniques of science denial by Skeptical Science from our last workshop, FLICC: Mastering the Art of Critical Thinking and Identifying Fallacies. To help you test your knowledge, we’ve also included a quiz.
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Trust

Feuerwehrschlauch der Lüge (Firehose of Falsehood): Wie Fake News das Vertrauen in Medien und Gesellschaft zerstören

Fake News sind allgegenwärtig in unserer modernen Gesellschaft.  mit erheblichen Auswirkungen auf die Art und Weise, wie wir Informationen konsumieren und miteinander umgehen. Eine der heimtückischsten Auswirkungen ist die Art…
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Astroturfing, content farming, and the sleeper effect

The Anatomy of Online Disinformation: Astroturfing, Content Farming, and the Sleeper Effect

Astroturfing, content farming, and the sleeper effect are some of the techniques used to spread false narratives, manipulate public opinion, and sow discord. By understanding the strategies of those who seek to deceive and misinform, we can better equip ourselves to navigate the complex and often treacherous landscape of the internet.
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