Real or Fake? : LJ5

It is obvious from reading the previous readings that photos are very important in social media. Pictures can be used to document and convey feelings, share intimate moments, and convey information. Images on social media sites get higher attention than text posts, claim Li and Xie (2019). The ramifications of sharing images on social media must therefore be taken into account, including copyright issues (Bosher & Yeşilolu, 2018), the effects of images on body image (Pedersen, 2023), and the impact of images on the dissemination of false information (Debunked: Five false photos and videos that (mis)shaped 2021, 2021).

In one of my previous blogs, I wrote that "Social media has, in my opinion, turned toxic. I recall when I first started publishing things online, I was twelve years old. Everyone shared their experiences in a really honest and natural way, and they didn't give any thought to how they looked. In today's world of beauty standards where everyone tries to conform to unattainable life standards, photographs are manipulated, and filters rule the internet". Social media users are increasingly concerned about fake photos because they can be used to propagate misinformation and sway public opinion. Examples of how fraudulent photographs were used to mislead the public in 2021 may be found in the article "Debunked: Five misleading photos and films that (mis)shaped 2021." As a result, it is crucial to confirm the legitimacy of photographs before posting them on social media. 

Both TikTok and Instagram, have dealt with controversy over user privacy and content management. On TikTok, for instance, there have been worries about the transmission of false information and hate speech, while Instagram has come under fire for its effects on mental health and body image (McNeal, 2022; Pedersen, 2023). Nonetheless, despite these worries, both platforms continue to be well-liked by users (Rodrigue, 2023).

Additionally, new photo-sharing applications are appearing, some of which are becoming more popular among photographers. Reconstructing sharing chains for social media photos using a new technique is described by Verde et al. (2023), which may be helpful in copyright infringement situations. Verosa (2022) offers a list of the top 10 social media sites for photographers that includes both well-known sites and more recent ones.

I believe that using photographs in social media can have both beneficial and detrimental results. Images can inspire and unite people, but they can also transmit misleading information and reinforce negative stereotypes. As a result, it's crucial to use photographs sensibly and assess the images we see on social media. Also, it's crucial to be informed about the potential advantages and risks of using social media sites as they develop.

References:

Bosher, H., & Yeşiloğlu, S. (2018). An analysis of the fundamental tensions between copyright and social media: The legal implications of sharing images on Instagram. International Review of Law, Computers & Technology, 33(2), 164-186. https://doi.org/10.1080/13600869.2018.1475897

Clark, S. (2023, February 24). Best photo storage and sharing sites (March 2023). TechRadar. https://www.techradar.com/best/best-photo-storage

Debunked: Five false photos and videos that (mis)shaped 2021. (2021, December 24). The Observers - France 24. https://observers.france24.com/en/europe/20211224-debunked-five-false-photos-and-videos-that-mis-shaped-2021

Li, Y., & Xie, Y. (2019). Is a picture worth a thousand words? An empirical study of image content and social media engagement. Journal of Marketing Research, 57(1), 1-19. https://doi.org/10.1177/0022243719881113

McNeal, S. (2022, February 2). These influencers are quitting Instagram, and they want others to join them. BuzzFeed News. https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/stephaniemcneal/influencers-quitting-instagram

Pedersen, T. (2023, February 27). Social media and body image: What's the link? Psych Central. https://psychcentral.com/health/how-the-media-affects-body-image#negative-effects

Rodrigue, E. (2023, February 17). Is Instagram dying? [New data]. Hubspot. https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/is-instagram-dying#:~:text=Yet%2C%20it's%20the%20most%20popular,Gen%20X%2C%20and%20Baby%20Boomers

TikTok. (2023, March 17). The Guardian. https://www.theguardian.com/technology/tiktok

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