When we are managing a crisis, fake news are NOT welcomed. They can cause panic and impede the actions being taken to address the issues. For the current Wuhan crisis, cyberspace is abuzz with circulation of video clips and other articles regarding the situation. This introduces additional work for the authorities to check and verify the information….definitely not helpful at a time when the energies should rightfully be directed at solving the problem. That is why we need legislation to manage the spread of fake news, check out this article…
