The connection between the spread of misinformation, time of day, and individual user activity patterns
How much verified proof exists for this claim
One strong evidence source: arxiv
How intriguing or unexplained this claim is
The claim involves an active investigation into the complex relationship between time of day, user activity patterns, and misinformation spread, with multiple competing theories and notable unknowns, but it is not entirely speculative or lacking in clarity.
Social media manipulation poses a significant threat to cognitive autonomy and unbiased opinion formation. Prior literature explored the relationship between online activity and emotional state, cognitive resources, sunlight and weather. However, a limited understanding exists regarding the role of time of day in content spread and the impact of user activity patterns on susceptibility to mis- and disinformation. This work uncovers a strong correlation between user activity patterns and the t...