Cybercriminals increasingly rely on narrative attacks created by deception and information manipulation to achieve their goals. Fooling organizations into believing they have been the victim of a data breach is a compelling example of disinformation’s threat in the cybersecurity world. Public institutions and renowned companies have made headlines over the last two years due to […]

I never knew this was where I was going to be. Life is funny that way, taking us on unexpected journeys.  As a former fashion student turned international business graduate, I always envisioned a career in the glamorous world of fashion. Life had other plans for me. This is the story of how I found […]

In the early hours of March 26, 2024, the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, collapsed after being struck by a cargo ship. Conspiratorial narratives began to emerge immediately and circulate widely on social media platforms.  Blackbird.AI’s RAV3N Narrative Intelligence and Research Team used our Constellation Narrative Intelligence Platform and Compass by Blackbird.AI – […]

In the dynamic domain of information integrity, the lessons learned and alliances forged during crises form the bedrock upon which the next chapter of digital responsibility is built. The urgency to find innovative solutions was recently underscored by the World Economic Forum‘s declaration of misinformation and disinformation as the top global risk in 2024.  This is […]

On April 5, the US Geological Survey (USGS) reported that a 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck the northeast coast just after 10:20 AM Eastern time, shaking buildings in the tri-state area – a region rarely experiencing notable seismic activity. The earthquake, one of the largest to hit the East Coast in the last century, triggered a […]

WHAT IS NARRATIVE INTELLIGENCE?  Narrative Intelligence is the ability to understand and interpret the complex interplay of storylines, information networks, community dynamics, and influential actors that shape public perception and discourse around specific topics or events. It involves examining the evolution and impact of narratives, identifying patterns of information flow and connections between users, segmenting […]

As NCAA March Madness 2024 captivates audiences nationwide, the excitement on the court was matched by a flurry of narratives unfolding across social media, news media, the dark web, chat apps, and more. From celebrating record-breaking achievements to confronting deeply rooted issues of gender inequality and racial discrimination, this year’s tournament sparked impassioned narratives that […]

As the CTO and co-founder of Blackbird.AI, a company dedicated to fighting narrative attacks caused by misinformation and disinformation, I spend a lot of time thinking about artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on society. There’s been a lot of hype and speculation lately about AI, especially with the recent excitement around generative AI tools […]

The lines between reality and virtual representations are becoming increasingly blurred. Once seen as authentic individuals sharing their lives online, social media influencers have evolved into carefully curated digital avatars shaped by the audiences they attract and the algorithms that govern their platforms. This phenomenon is not limited to social media personalities but extends to […]

It wasn’t the opening shot of an international conflict. It wasn’t a cyberattack, nor did it involve governments, major consumer brands, or a political movement.‍It was a podcast. Episode two, to be exact. This podcast unwittingly became a master class in communication errors, the debate over work-life balance, the fantastic speed at which disinformation travels across […]