Unlocking the Power of Narrative Intelligence

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 […]

March Madness 2024: Court-side seats to a tournament of misinformation and disinformation

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 […]

Business Case: Why Communication Leaders and CCOs Need Narrative Risk Intelligence

Communication leaders and CCOs are the shied for every brand. The rapid rise of generative AI coupled with social media, chat apps, the dark web, and alternative news sources has created new avenues for narrative attacks caused by misinformation and disinformation, as well as reputational threats stemming from negative stories and viral posts. To stay […]

AI At The Crossroads: The Dual Role In Spreading And Combatting Narrative Attacks

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 Echo Chamber of Influence: How Social Media and AI are Redefining Misinformation and Disinformation

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 […]

Business Case: Why Cybersecurity Leaders and CISOs Need Narrative Risk Intelligence

CISOs and cybersecurity leaders face unique challenges in today’s rapidly evolving threat landscape. The rise of social media, chat apps, and the dark web has created new avenues of narrative attacks caused by misinformation and disinformation, and reputational threats caused by cyberattacks and data breaches. To stay ahead of these risks, cybersecurity leaders must adopt […]

Demoting the Truth: How Disinformation Nearly Destroyed a Podcast

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 […]

How AI-Generated Speeches And Deep Fakes Shaped The 2024 General Election In Pakistan

Narrative attacks and disinformation plagued the 2024 general election in Pakistan, encompassing accusations of rigging, the circulation of deep fakes, and the viral spread of social media posts suggesting international football players participated in the voting process.  More than a month after the disinformation-afflicted election, Pakistan is facing continued internet disruptions amid protests. Blackbird.AI’s Constellation Narrative Intelligence […]