Written by Stella Teoh Digital technologies will be an indispensable part of our future, which makes it imperative for global cooperation efforts to include youth perspectives. This is why NetMission.Asia sought to submit input to the United Nations (UN) Tech Envoy’s consultation for the Global Digital Compact. About NetMission.Asia NetMission.Asia is a network of passionate […]
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Impact of Fake News on TikTok – Pavithra Madushanka
To begin with, TikTok is presently the most downloaded app in the world and attracts daily views of more than one billion unique videos. Experts concur that its distinctive algorithm is the secret to its success. You are questioned about your hobbies and the kinds of things you would like to see when you sign […]
Asia Pacific yIGF 2023 Registration is Now Open
Calling all young visionaries and change-makers! The Asia Pacific yIGF 2023 registration period is officially open. This year, we are thrilled to announce that we will be co-locating with APrIGF in Brisbane, Australia, bringing together the best of both worlds in a hybrid format. The theme for Asia Pacific yIGF 2023 is “Youth@Frontier of Digital […]
The Ethics of Data Collection: Who Should Have Access to Your Personal Information? – Paribhasha Pradhan
The way we communicate and engage with the world around us has been completely transformed by the internet. Our lives are now more convenient and linked than ever because of the various avenues it has created for communication, business, and pleasure. This ease, nevertheless, has not been without a price. Without our awareness or permission, […]
Memes And Misinformation: Understanding How Memes on Social Media Contribute to the Spread of Fake News – Ananya Mallick
Memes have become so popular on social media that they are now considered another source of information. People take memes seriously and start sharing them on their timelines without any fact-checking. Sometimes users create and share memes on social media without any bad intention but that can lead to an undesirable situation. But often users […]