Trump, the wannabe king ruling by ‘twiat’
Donald Trump is reinventing the royal fiat by novel means: the rule-by-tweet, or 'twiat'. This move is not an extension of popular democracy, but its enemy, and it needs to be resisted.
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Twitter diplomacy: how Trump is using social media to spur a crisis with Mexico
US foreign relations have gone online. And the results are not looking good.
Your next social network could pay you for posting
Social networks built on blockchain technology, such as Steemit, promise a far more democratic experience.
Kenya’s emergency medical services need major work
Kenya faces a rising number of major incidents and disasters. Any delays in treating patients could result in increased morbidity and mortality rates.
Bots without borders: how anonymous accounts hijack political debate
Bots have not just been used in the US, but also in Australia, the UK, Germany, Syria and China. To what extent – and how – are they affecting political discourse?
Australians on Twitter were ‘positive’ about the US election of Donald Trump
On the eve of the inauguration of Donald Trump as the next US president, we take a look back at the Australian reaction on Twitter to his election.
For gangs with a social media presence like Apex, there’s no such thing as bad publicity
In the age of social media and online self-promotion, being the subject of a moral panic can not only be a source of pride, but also an inducement to offend.
How social media and human nature have spawned hoaxes and hate-mongering
Unrestricted access to information is vital to a vibrant democracy.But if this information is inaccurate, biased or falsified, the fundamental freedom of informed choice is denied.
Angry social media posts are never a good idea. How to keep them in check
The issues of accessibility, communication and connection are especially relevant when it comes to understanding why so many people vent their spleen on social media.
A new resistance in Kashmir
`Militancy' in Kashmir has taken on significantly changed dimensions, described best not by the armed struggle of a few, but by the unarmed, highly discursive resistance over new spaces of protest.
Can Facebook help you make your home more sustainable?
Social media is a great way to to share tips, knowledge and expertise - including about how to reduce the environmental footprint of your home.
Feeling so emotional: why we rage about religion on Facebook
What research says about why debates about faith get so heated online.
The challenge facing libraries in an era of fake news
Since the 19th century academic librarians have helped students navigate the complex world of information. In today's unpredictable information environment, how might they rethink their role?
Think again before you post online those pics of your kids
Many parents love sharing photos of their children on social media. But they should stop and think about how it might affect their children, now and in the future.
Anthill 8: Goodbye 2016, hello 2017
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Where do we go from here? After a dramatic year, we look ahead to some key economic and political trends that will influence our lives over the next 12 months.
How striking Kenyan medical workers are using social media to tell their stories
Kenya's medical workers have downed tools, demanding the implementation of a collective bargaining agreement signed in 2013.
Social media shots affect body image because we only show our best side
Images of attractive celebrities, friends and acquaintances on social media affect women's body image and mood, new research shows. But what can we do about it?
How to be a healthy user of social media
How you use social media can provide warning signs of depression or anxiety.
Break out of your echo chamber: Technology arranges lunch with someone new
Bringing back the diminished tradition of eating lunch together may be the solution.
The Victorian origins of the Mannequin Challenge
Long before smartphones filmed the stiffened appendages of people seeking internet fame, striking a pose was a popular form of entertainment in Victorian England.
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Director of UWA Centre for Software Practice, University of Western Australia
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Postdoctoral researcher at Microsoft Research Cambridge, previously at, The University of Queensland
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Professor of Formal Philosophy / Director of Center for Information and Bubble Studies, University of Copenhagen
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Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Queensland University of Technology
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Assistant Data Analyst, Queensland University of Technology
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Professor, Creative Industries, Queensland University of Technology
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Senior Research and ARC DECRA Fellow, Justice and Legal Studies, RMIT University
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PhD candidate researching governance of social media platforms, Queensland University of Technology
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Associate Professor of Media Law, University of Sydney
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Associate professor, Graduate School of Journalism, University of British Columbia
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