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YouTube as a Radicalizing Force; The Promotion of the Alt-Right Pipeline
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Eva
⚠️ CW – Discussion surrounding: Extremist ideologies; alt-right and white nationalist movements The Christchurch mosque shootings Racist, xenophobic, and misogynistic rhetoric Hate-based violence and discriminatory content Introduction When a broadcast comprised of white nationalists debating ’race realism’ was briefly the most popular live-streamed video on YouTube, concern grew regarding YouTube’s role in disseminating extremist content…
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Right-Wing Media Disinformation: Understanding the Polarizing Power of Right-Wing Media
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Mathew
Right-Wing Media Disinformation amplifies emotionally charged narratives, polarizes audiences and undermines trust in democratic institutions, which then creates a divided environment perfect for manipulation. This then creates a culture where critical discourse is instead replaced with antagonistic tribalism, which is a significant threat to the democratic process.
Algorithmic Bias, Alternative Platforms, Communities and Social Media, Conspiracy Theories, Critical Thinking, Debating Communities and Networks XVI, Digital Age, Disinformation, Echo Chambers, Fake News, Media Literacy, Political Polarization, Public Perception, Right-Wing Media, Sensationalism, Social Media -

Cancel Culture and it’s Effects on Online Identity Formation
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Kai_Armstrong
This paper explores the relationship between cancel culture and online identity formation, examining how individuals respond to the threat or consequences of being “cancelled” in digital spaces. It considers how the dynamics of public call-outs, social media backlash, and moral policing shape the way people construct and manage their online identity. Drawing on relevant literature,…
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The Harmful Impacts Of Social Media On Australian Adolescents
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ben.merendino
Abstract This paper addresses the question: What effect do filter bubbles created by social media platforms have on adolescents in Australia? As the use of platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube continues to grow rapidly, it is crucial to ensure that these digital spaces remain safe and supportive environments for young people. This paper explores…



Hi Shannon Kate, You’re right to ask; it is incredibly difficult to police these issues today. Predatory behaviour isn’t exclusive…