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Social media was used to globally spread misinformation regarding the pandemic, including anti-vaccine movements and 5G conspiracies. These were spread on Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Tik Tok. this was pushed through bots, algorithms, and viral sharing from people across the globe -
The U.S. Capitol was stormed due to false election claims. Platforms used: Facebook, Twitter, Parler, Reddit Social media was used to organize the event and spread misinformation around the election. Livestreaming and hashtag campaigns were also used. -
Russia invaded Ukraine, and since the,n there has been an overwhelmingly large number of social media campaigns spreading information on both sides. Platforms used: X, Telegram, TikTok, YouTube Social media has been used to track war movements, videos and memes have been used to shape global perception of the war, and campaigns have been launched by both sides to share information. -
A large push and protests for women's freedom sparked in Iran after the death of Mahsa Amini. Platforms used: Twitter "X", TikTok, Telegram Social media was used to post videos, push hashtag campaigns, and coordinate protests. -
Following a government ban of social media in Nepal, gen z protests began and resulted in a new leader being elected in Nepal. Primary platforms used: due to the ban of major platforms (which were used previously) sites such as discord were used. Mass mobilization was coordinated, as was storming of government buildings, even an interim election was held to choose the new prime minister on social media.