The tool is the region's first artificial intelligence-powered fact-checking platform.

The lack of significant regulations addressing misinformation, hate speech, and deepfakes has complicated matters.

Journalists are conduits of information that empower citizens to make informed decisions in the democratic process.

Voters' choices are influenced by a variety of factors, beyond campaign ads and policy debates.

Journalists should take note of further efforts to address information ahead of the 2024 general election.

This is one of the most persistent forms of disinformation circulating during election seasons.

Advocates are sounding the alarm.