BOOM is conducting a series of workshops on sourcing reliable information related to all issues in the north-east, with the objective of creating a network of sources and journalists for sharing verified information. Speakers and participants will be invited to share their experiences related to fact-checking in the north-east of India.

Note: Only people with non-political backgrounds/ affiliations are eligible to sign up for this event.

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Fact-Checking In The North East

Today, children are glued to their mobile screens, be it researching for their school projects, playing video games, consuming news, or staying in touch with their friends. However, the internet also poses the threat of cyberbullying, addiction, and exposure to misinformation. 

As parents or non-parents, what are your concerns about digital safety for children? Tell us in this LIVE interactive session.

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The University of Munich and BOOM Live, India have put together a half-day conference on AI and Disinformation. The event will feature three conversations and will be attended by researchers, misinformation experts, legal scholars, policy folks, political consultants and people from the technology industry.

Has AI amplified disinformation? What opportunities does it offer to counter disinformation and extreme speech? How do we envision “AI for Good” for disinformation research and activism? 

Moderated by Professor Sahana Udupa, LMU Munich

How can AI-assisted models help in detecting and moderating online extreme speech? What policy frameworks are needed? What are the emerging concerns around corporate accountability?

Moderated by Govindraj Ethiraj, Founder and Editor, BOOM

How is AI deployed in election campaigns? What is the role of political consultants and digital strategists?

Moderated by HR Venkatesh, Director - Training, BOOM