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Melissa Mahtani

@melissamahtani

Journalist, Host & Moderator with a focus on International Affairs, Human Rights and Equality. 18+ years experience TV & Digital - Paris, London & NY.

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Misinformation can spread quickly after a disaster, causing confusion and distrust within communities struggling to recover. Unfortunately, we’re seeing this during our response to Hurricane Helene. Sharing rumors online without first vetting the source and verifying facts

Misinformation can spread quickly after a disaster, causing confusion and distrust within communities struggling to recover. Unfortunately, we’re seeing this during our response to Hurricane Helene.

Sharing rumors online without first vetting the source and verifying facts
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FYI, this is how SpaceX, a private company, marks their emails in an attempt to have it exempt from the FOIA when they communicate with a govt agency.

FYI, this is how SpaceX, a private company, marks their emails in an attempt to have it exempt from the FOIA when they communicate with a govt agency.
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TOMORROW: Get real-time results and in-depth analysis as voters head to the polls for the 2024 election. Stream live coverage on CBS News 24/7, Paramount+ and the CBS News app, beginning at 4 p.m. ET. Then watch CBS’s primetime coverage on your TV, starting at 7 p.m.

TOMORROW: Get real-time results and in-depth analysis as voters head to the polls for the 2024 election. Stream live coverage on CBS News 24/7, <a href="/paramountplus/">Paramount+</a> and the CBS News app, beginning at 4 p.m. ET. Then watch CBS’s primetime coverage on your TV, starting at 7 p.m.
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The below video has been fabricated. The screenshot was manipulated with a fabricated banner that never aired on any CBS News platform.

The below video has been fabricated. The screenshot was manipulated with a fabricated banner that never aired on any CBS News platform.
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A video claiming to show Georgia voter fraud was likely created by a Russian troll farm, U.S. intelligence agencies say. Here’s what we know.

A video claiming to show Georgia voter fraud was likely created by a Russian troll farm, U.S. intelligence agencies say. Here’s what we know.
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Former President Donald Trump has made false claims about widespread voter fraud in Pennsylvania, one of the most important battleground states in the upcoming presidential election. CBS News Confirmed looked into the claims. Here's what we know.

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Vice President Kamala Harris didn’t use Bluetooth earrings in the debate. And no, the crowd at Donald Trump's inauguration wasn't as large as one photo seems to show. With the election fast approaching, it’s more important than ever to be able to spot misinformation. CBS News

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The FBI is warning about fabricated videos using its name and insignia to spread election misinformation. Experts say the videos were likely created by a Russian disinformation group.

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X owner Elon Musk falsely claimed Google was intentionally manipulating search results in favor of Harris. His post reached over 2.5 million views before being deleted. Here's what actually happened.

X owner Elon Musk falsely claimed Google was intentionally manipulating search results in favor of Harris. His post reached over 2.5 million views before being deleted. Here's what actually happened.
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President-elect Donald Trump has vowed mass deportations of undocumented immigrants, starting on his first day in office next year. But is his incoming administration even able to do this? CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez explains the logistical, financial and humanitarian questions

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#BREAKING Russia VETOES Security Council draft resolution on protection of civilians in #Sudan that would have called on the warring parties to immediately cease hostilities and engage in dialogue in good faith RESULT In Favor: 14 Against: 1 (Russia) Abstain: 0

#BREAKING
Russia VETOES Security Council draft resolution on protection of civilians in #Sudan that would have called on the warring parties to immediately cease hostilities and engage in dialogue in good faith

RESULT
In Favor: 14
Against: 1 (Russia)
Abstain: 0
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Really proud that @GlobalSitRoom is funding 2 annual scholarships for journalism students - who never traveled abroad before - to participate in the CNN Academy University College Dublin next summer. Please share with those who might benefit & help spread the word... globalsitroom.com/gsr-blog/globa…

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As the fires continue to ravage Southern California, misinformation is spreading online, including claims that the Hollywood sign was on fire. CBS News Confirmed executive producer Melissa Mahtani shares some tips on how to identify AI-generated images and distinguish between

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"I've decided to move on" from CNN, Jim Acosta says, while expressing gratitude to the network and its viewers. Some parting words: "Don't give in to the lies. Don't give in to the fear. Hold on to the truth – and to hope."

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Today’s show was my last at CNN. My closing message: It’s never a good time to bow down to a tyrant… don’t give in to the lies. Don’t give in to fear. Hold on to the truth… and hope.

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🚨 TOMORROW🚨 Jacob Mchangama will join CBS News Executive Producer Melissa Mahtani to explore freedom of information in AI at Alliance of Democracies annual Copenhagen Democracy Summit. Don’t miss Jacob and Jordi Calvet at this year’s #CDS2025.

🚨 TOMORROW🚨

<a href="/JMchangama/">Jacob Mchangama</a> will join CBS News Executive Producer <a href="/melissamahtani/">Melissa Mahtani</a> to explore freedom of information in AI at <a href="/AoDemocracies/">Alliance of Democracies</a> annual Copenhagen Democracy Summit. Don’t miss Jacob and <a href="/Jordicalbad/">Jordi Calvet</a> at this year’s #CDS2025.
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Spoke at a panel on "Tech Sovereignity and contest on Artificial Intelligence" at the #CopenhagenDemocracySummit . Melissa Mahtani CGoupille AI is a paradox - will be a kinetic enabler of next wave of innovation but also will cause and enable harm and misuse. world needs to

Spoke at a panel on "Tech Sovereignity and contest on Artificial Intelligence" at the  #CopenhagenDemocracySummit . <a href="/melissamahtani/">Melissa Mahtani</a> <a href="/CGoupille/">CGoupille</a> 

AI is a paradox - will be a kinetic enabler of next wave of innovation but also will cause and enable harm and misuse.  world needs to
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Wrapping up another outstanding Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF). Well done to my wonderful colleague Chloe Cheung 張晞晴 for her excellent panel contributions on the state of #HongKong. And a pleasure to see many old friends and connections. Truly the "Davos for Dissidents" 👏👏👏. Human Rights Foundation (HRF)

Wrapping up another outstanding <a href="/OsloFF/">Oslo Freedom Forum (OFF)</a>. Well done to my wonderful colleague <a href="/Chloe_chc_25/">Chloe Cheung 張晞晴</a> for her excellent panel contributions on the state of #HongKong. And a pleasure to see many old friends and connections. Truly the "Davos for Dissidents" 👏👏👏. <a href="/HRF/">Human Rights Foundation (HRF)</a>