This report reconceptualises media capture in the age of social media, and provides a state-of-the-art review of current research and practice on the topic. It examines three interrelated practices of ‘undue influence’ – distraction, deception and disinformation. These can exploit features of social media platforms, such as algorithmic amplification, content moderation gaps, and para-platform ecosystems,…
The RESPOND Communication Dissemination and Exploitation Plan (CDEP) is a strategic document aimed at ensuring effective communication, dissemination, and exploitation of project results. It is primarily directed towards the European Commission, outlining how the project will share its findings and impact with relevant stakeholders. Additionally, the CDEP serves as a guideline for partners involved in…
The aim of D12.1 is to provide an overview of the RESPOND project logo and the structure of the associated website. The project logo serves as a visual representation of our brand identity, encapsulating the essence and values of the RESPOND initiative. In addition to discussing the conceptualization and design elements of the logo, this…
This Charter of Ethics outlines the ethical principles for conducting an interdisciplinary assessment of political corruption and undue influence within the consortium of 17 academic and non-academic partners involved in the Horizon RESPOND research project.