As the February election nears, targeted disinformation and fake news are spreading on an unprecedented scale to build narratives that serve vested interest.
AI-generated video circulates claiming DMP commissioner confirmed arrest of BNP activist for arson attack on public transport
The video claiming to show Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) commissioner confirming the arrest of a BNP activist while setting a bus on fire is AI-generated.
Footage of Rajbari mob beating falsely linked to Gaibandha political attack
A video mislabels Rajbari mob beating as a Gaibandha political attack; fact-check confirms it shows locals assaulting an alleged extortionist.