Fake News
/ˈfeɪk nuːz/
Definitions
- (n.) False or misleading information presented as news, often to influence public opinion or obscure the truth.
The court examined whether the blog post constituted fake news intended to defame the plaintiff.
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Commentary
Legal analysis of fake news often hinges on intent and the impact on reputational or public order rights, requiring careful differentiation from protected speech.
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