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Social Media

Social media refers to digital platforms and applications that facilitate the creation, exchange, and dissemination of user-generated content, enabling real-time interaction and networking among individuals and groups globally.

Why it matters

  • Acts as a powerful tool for democratic engagement, information dissemination, and public awareness campaigns.
  • Facilitates rapid mobilization for social movements and emergency response during crises.
  • Challenges traditional gatekeeping in media, allowing for diverse and decentralized narratives.
  • Creates complex governance challenges regarding data privacy, misinformation, and the regulation of digital spaces.

How it is asked

Focus on the intersection of technology and governance, specifically regarding the regulation of digital intermediaries, the impact of misinformation on national security, and the role of social media in enhancing transparency and citizen participation in policy-making.