Fake news bombards Nepal’s troubled media
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Nepal is facing a significant challenge with fake news and disinformation, exacerbated by the crumbling traditional media landscape and the rise of AI-generated content. Incidents range from false investment reports to doctored videos and AI-generated snowfalls. The Federation of Nepali Journalists reports increased press-freedom violations and economic hardship for media outlets, leading many to avoid investigative journalism. This void is filled by political operatives using AI, contributing to a decline in public trust and posing a threat to democracy.
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