Brazil survey: 53% of citizens believe fake news encountered online

A survey indicates that most Brazilians frequently encounter fake news, with 53% reporting they believe such content. The prevalence of misinformation, particularly on social media gossip pages, poses risks to public discourse and electoral integrity. The finding underscores the challenge of disinformation in Brazil's information ecosystem.

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