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London Mayor Sadiq Khan Warns of Disinformation Surge, Criticizes Social Media Firms
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has issued a warning about a significant increase in online falsehoods concerning the city, including crime rates and racial integration, and has criticized social media companies for their role.
9 Apr, 17:03 — 10 Apr, 02:16
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London mayor takes aim at social media companies over disinformation
Research published by City Hall found accounts aligned with the extreme right are among those smearing the capital online
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London mayor Sadiq Khan warns of 'blizzard of disinformation', takes aim at social media firms
A recent study by the Greater London Authority has shown a surge in online falsehoods being posted about the city, including crime rates and racial integration.
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First report: FT · 9 Apr, 17:03|Full coverage: 2 · 9h|Window: 9h
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