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Memes are finding their place in the Ukraine war

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Propaganda is not a new concept but the 21st Century is changing the way disinformation is shared

 
The use of propaganda has never been more prominent than in war.

Controlling the narratives and shaping people’s perceptions of the conflict are very important when it comes to managing any conflict.

From Hollywood’s production of wartime films to the rise of the internet, the so-called meme war is buried in conflict.

In Ukraine, research from the Brookings Institution found the use of memes surged during Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Dr Paul Lushenko is a U.S. Army Lieutenant, who said a meme is something that achieves three important criteria.

“First it’s relatively simple. Second, it grabs onto culture to include key formal or informal norms. Finally, these memes are relatively humorous or sarcastic to achieve what is known as ‘everyday resistance’ against oppressors,” he said.

The trends from Ukraine suggest the meme campaign is likely more informal or crowd-sourced than centralised among Ukrainian officials and leaders.

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TikTok’s fate in the United States

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TikTok’s fate in the United States has never been more in doubt.

Congress approved a bill, which President Joe Biden signed into law that gives its Chinese parent company two options: sell it to an approved buyer or see it banned.

But now, the owners of the popular social media app says they’re preparing to challenge the statute in court.

Andy Keiser a Senior Fellow at the National Security Institute, and a Former Senior Advisor for the House Intelligence Committee joins Veronica Dudo to discuss. #IN AMERICA TODAY #featured #business #socialmedia #TikTok #TikTokban #nationalsecurity

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The ongoing alcohol related research many ignore

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New research shows the impact of alcohol on our gut microbiome.

Alcohol affects gut microbes, potentially leading to gut imbalance and heightened cravings.

Research suggests moderate drinkers have healthier gut microbiomes. While red wine consumption may enhance gut diversity, similar benefits can be found in plant-based and fermented foods. Dysbiosis may worsen addiction, highlighting the need for holistic approaches to treatment.

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How AI is leveraging Amazon’s fast production

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Amazon reported better-than-expected results for the last quarter, surpassing analysts’ estimates.

Amazon reported better-than-expected results for the last quarter, surpassing analysts’ estimates, driven by strong performance in its cloud computing and AI.

Ticker’s Ahron Young & Veronica Dudo discuss.

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