Researchers found a significant link between the presence of Facebook and increases in anxiety and depression among college students.

Experts talk about the rise of TikTok, the power of social media, and why we should be cautious about artificial intelligence.

Fighting misinformation, understanding powerful algorithms, and mitigating harms are top concerns for social media experts.

While the Russia-Ukraine war is taking a devastating toll on land, a second war is unfolding on the internet.

Researchers analyzed 110 million YouTube comments. Their recommendation: Use algorithms to hide toxic speech, then follow up with human review.

Ukrainians with stronger analytical reasoning skills were better at identifying pro-Russia propaganda, according to a new study.

According to new research, digital literacy is an important factor in identifying misinformation — but it doesn’t stop people from spreading it.

Maria Ressa built a successful media startup — and exposed human rights issues — while fighting disinformation and attacks from the Philippine government.

Professor Sinan Aral was honored for his research about social media and tech, along with six other researchers.

Investigative journalist Maria Ressa, a digital fellow at MIT, said the spread of disinformation on social media threatens democracies worldwide.