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News and views from the TITAN project related to Artificial Intelligence (AI), Socratic thinking, disinformation and fake news. View by scrolling or chose one of the categories below.


New Publication: Building a GenAI Socratic Chatbot for Critical Thinking
We are pleased to announce that our cross-consortium chapter, 'Building a GenAI Socratic Chatbot for Critical Thinking: Insights From Cross-Cultural Cocreation, Living Labs and Pilots,' has been published in the new IGI Global volume Modern Media Literacy: Generative AI, Social Media, and the News (9798337308722).

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Sep 202 min read


Can Ancient Philosophy Help Us Fight Modern Disinformation?
Every day, we’re confronted with headlines, posts, and claims that may or may not be true. AI tools are stepping in to help, but what if the real key to building resilience against disinformation comes from something much older than technology?

TITAN
Sep 112 min read


Strengthening Information Integrity, in the Age of Intelligent Coaching
As artificial intelligence continues to evolve at breakneck speed, so too do the threats to information integrity. Recently, major...

TITAN
Aug 143 min read


New EDUbox on Critical Thinking Empowering Secondary Students in Flanders
We’re excited to share the official launch of the EDUbox “Kritisch Denken” (Critical Thinking), a new educational tool designed for secondary schools across Flanders. Developed by VRT in close collaboration with Artevelde Hogeschool and several other Flemish partners, this EDUbox draws on insights and methodologies developed during the TITAN project. It’s a practical step forward in promoting media literacy and critical engagement among young people, a timel

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Jun 302 min read


From Dialogue to Disinformation: Rethinking AI’s Role in Education and Trust
Something unusual is happening in classrooms and newsrooms alike, we’re starting to ask not just what AI can do, but how it should do...

TITAN
May 152 min read


Teaching Truth - Why Critical Thinking is Your Best Defense Against Online Disinformation
Scrolling through a news feed or watching a viral video might seem like routine digital behaviour. But for educators, every click...

TITAN
Mar 285 min read


Why Critical Thinking is More Important Than Ever
Discover why Critical Thinking is crucial in today's info-saturated world. Learn how Critical Thinking helps navigate misinformation and bia

TITAN
Mar 193 min read


TITAN at the MLEG Meeting Helping Advance AI for Media Literacy
This week in Brussels, we had the honor of participating in the Media Literacy Expert Group (MLEG) Meeting , an event dedicated to...

TITAN
Feb 152 min read


Explore Democracy, Disinformation, and TITAN's Vision for a Digital Future at MSCA's Lunchtime Conversation
Join MSCA's Lunchtime Conversation to explore democracy and its digital future. Discover TITAN's insights on democracy and countering disinf

TITAN
Jan 282 min read


Meta's Decision to Sack Fact Checkers: What's Happening and How TITAN Can Help
In a significant move last week, Meta announced that it would be scaling back its reliance on external fact-checking organisations and shift

TITAN
Jan 144 min read


Aline Duelen from VUB Presents Paper on Socratic AI at ACM Conference on Interactive Media Experiences 2024
Explore the potential of Socratic AI in combating disinformation. Discover Aline Duelen's research paper first shown at the ACM IMX 2024 con

TITAN
Jun 20, 20241 min read


Exploring TITAN's Approach to Integrating Socratic Thinking and AI in Chatbot Dialogue
Uncover the innovative fusion of Socratic thinking and AI in TITAN's chatbot for fighting disinformation

TITAN
Mar 4, 20243 min read


Democracy Under Scrutiny: Insights from the EU Media Literacy Expert Group Meeting in Brussels
On the 26th of February at the Radisson Blu hotel in Brussels, a gathering of minds converged for the latest EU Media Literacy Expert...

TITAN
Feb 27, 20242 min read


TITAN Invited to Present at Media Literacy Expert Group Meeting in Brussels
TITAN has been honoured with an invitation to present at the Media Literacy Expert Group Meeting scheduled for February 26th in Brussels....

TITAN
Feb 14, 20242 min read


The Trust Imperative: AI, Critical Thinking, and Global Perspectives from Davos
Discover the power of critical thinking in shaping a responsible AI future. Explore insights from Davos 2024 on the imperative of trust and

TITAN
Feb 5, 20243 min read


There's Snow Meeting like a TITAN Meeting: Team Gather in Brussels to Chart AI Innovation Progress in Fight Against Disinformation
Uncover our AI innovation progress at the TITAN project meeting in Brussels, as experts gather to combat disinformation with cutting-edge ch

TITAN
Jan 26, 20243 min read


Discover How Socratic AI Fosters Critical Thinking and Collaboration to Combat Disinformation
Discover how Socratic AI fosters critical thinking and collaboration to combat disinformation. Explore the impact of AI and the Socratic met

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Jan 17, 20244 min read


Navigating the Tightrope Between Trust and Critical Thinking in News Consumption
Discover the delicate balance between trust and critical thinking in news consumption. Unpack the conundrum with TITAN's insights and findin

TITAN
Jan 11, 20249 min read


Highlights from TITAN's Disinformation Workshop on Separating Fact from Fiction at EU Regions Week
TITAN's interdisciplinary approach to tackle disinformation - sociology, philosophy and technology - featured at EU Regions Week 2023.

TITAN
Oct 20, 20234 min read


Socratic Insights in the Age of AI: TITAN's Croatian Connection
In September, TITAN partner, the institute of Philosophy & technology (IPT) embarked on a series of events focused on amplifying the power o

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Oct 9, 20232 min read
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