Around the World in 500 Days of Pandemic Misinformation

Explore a comprehensive analysis of global pandemic misinformation in this 21-minute conference talk from USENIX Enigma 2022. Delve into the findings of a large-scale, longitudinal study conducted across 12 countries, surveying over 50,000 people about their exposure to and belief in COVID-19 misinformation narratives. Gain insights into how these narratives spread, evolve, and impact personal health decisions like vaccination. Learn about key discoveries that can inform strategies to combat various types of misinformation. The presentation covers introduction, results from the UK and globally, exposure and belief patterns, real-world outcomes, and concluding remarks.