Disinformation
false or misleading information that is spread deliberately to deceive and manipulate From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Disinformation refers to false information spread intentionally[1] to make a targeted audience believe something that is not based on facts.[1] Disinformation may include the distribution of forged documents, manuscripts and photographs, or the promotion of harmful rumors, conspiracy theories and fake intelligence.[2][3]
Conspiracy theories
A major form of disinformation is conspiracy theories.
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