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Raphael Hernandes @hernandesraph.bsky.social · 14d

With @elenamorresi.bsky.social @porcelinad.bsky.social @pablogutierrez.bsky.social @lydia-rachel.bsky.social @robynvinter.bsky.social @c-aguilargarcia.bsky.social (and + that I couldn't find on Bluesky)

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Raphael Hernandes @hernandesraph.bsky.social · 14d

We have also published an explainer on our methods, including how we used artificial intelligence (a Large Language Model) to classify content.

www.theguardian.com/world/2025/s...

Reading the post-riot posts: how we traced far-right radicalisation across 51,000 Facebook messages

Tracing profiles of those charged with online offences in summer 2024 helped us map a thriving social ecosystem trading far-right sentiment and political disillusionment

www.theguardian.com

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Raphael Hernandes @hernandesraph.bsky.social · 14d

This is a symptom of far-right ideas becoming mainstream in the UK.

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Raphael Hernandes @hernandesraph.bsky.social · 14d

We analyzed thousands of posts to show how extreme anti-immigration, and often conspiratorial and even violent, thinking is gaining traction among demographics not usually associated with this kind of content online.

www.theguardian.com/world/ng-int...

Inside the everyday Facebook networks where far-right ideas grow

The Guardian spent a year studying an online community trading in anti-immigration sentiment and misinformation. Experts say such spaces can play a role in radicalisation

www.theguardian.com

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Raphael Hernandes @hernandesraph.bsky.social · 14d

I was part of a team @theguardian.com that spent much of the past year investigating a sprawling network of far-right groups on Facebook.

www.theguardian.com/world/2025/s...

Far-right Facebook groups are engine of radicalisation in UK, data investigation suggests

Rioters were influenced by network that exposes hundreds of thousands of Britons to racist disinformation, Guardian research indicates

www.theguardian.com

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Elena Morresi @elenamorresi.bsky.social · 14d

@hernandesraph.bsky.social , @porcelinad.bsky.social and I spent the better part of a year watching and analysing how far right ideology is shared in open Facebook groups: here is what we found: www.theguardian.com/world/ng-int... with immense help from Pablo Gutiérrez, Garry Blight, Lydia McMullan

Inside the everyday Facebook networks where far-right ideas grow

The Guardian spent a year studying an online community trading in anti-immigration sentiment and misinformation. Experts say such spaces can play a role in radicalisation

www.theguardian.com

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Raphael Hernandes @hernandesraph.bsky.social · Jul 22

- AI will fix the NHS and solve a bunch of govt problems.
- How?
- 🤷

Idk, but it feels like we should have a clearer idea by now...

www.theguardian.com/technology/2...

OpenAI signs deal with UK to find government uses for its models

Wide-ranging agreement with artificial intelligence firm behind ChatGPT comes after similar UK deal with Google

www.theguardian.com

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Raphael Hernandes @hernandesraph.bsky.social · Jun 9

And here is the link to the article: link.springer.com/article/10.1...

AI, journalism, and critical AI literacy: exploring journalists’ perspectives on AI and responsible reporting - AI & SOCIETY

This study explores the perspectives of media professionals on the concerns, needs, and responsibilities related to fostering AI literacy among journalists. We report on findings from two workshops wi...

link.springer.com

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Raphael Hernandes @hernandesraph.bsky.social · Jun 9

New paper out! :)

While there is some great reporting about AI out there, we know that news coverage about this topic is often far from ideal. In this study, we explore the issues journalists face when writing about AI, the tools they use, and potential solutions to improve the content produced.

Screenshot of an academic article titled "AI, journalism, and critical AI literacy: exploring journalists’ perspectives on AI and responsible reporting" by Tomasz Hollanek, Dorian Peters, Eleanor Drage, and Raphael Hernandes, published in AI & Society. The abstract summarizes findings from workshops with journalists and experts, discussing AI literacy needs and proposing educational resources. Keywords include AI, journalism, and AI ethics.

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Raphael Hernandes @hernandesraph.bsky.social · Jun 4

(On a not-completely-unrelated note: feel free to DM me any tips for dealing with a receding hairline!)

Raphael Hernandes @hernandesraph.bsky.social · Jun 4

I plan to continue exploring AI and journalism topics, as Large Language Models increasingly mediate news consumption and synthetic media threaten the information landscape. I'm weirdly glad that I’ll be stressing about this for the next couple of years.

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Raphael Hernandes @hernandesraph.bsky.social · Jun 4

My journey at the University of Cambridge continues!

I'm excited to share that I'm heading back to school again, this time as a PhD student @camdighum.bsky.social, starting in October. My work will be supported by the generous Harding Distinguished Postgraduate Scholarship.

Scenic view of King's College Chapel, Cambridge, partially framed by lush greenery and trees on a sunny day, with people punting in the middle of the image.

Screenshot of a Certificate of Confirmation of Admission from the University of Cambridge, indicating admission of Raphael Henrique Hernandes Vicenti into a PhD (Probationary) in Digital Humanities, full-time, commencing on 01 October 2025 at Selwyn College

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Joseph Cox @josephcox.bsky.social · May 12

A new Coke ad proudly features a quote from a J.G. Ballard book, only he didn’t write the words and it’s not his book.

www.404media.co/ai-powered-c...

AI-Powered Coca-Cola Ad Celebrating Authors Gets Basic Facts Wrong

A new Coke ad proudly features a quote from a J.G. Ballard book, only he didn’t write the words and it’s not his book.

www.404media.co

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Raphael Hernandes @hernandesraph.bsky.social · Apr 17

Either way, it skews the reading. Since we’re still accountable for the final product, in some instances, being transparent about use cases at a global level, such as a public-facing company policy, rather than flagging usage as it happens, might be preferable.

Raphael Hernandes @hernandesraph.bsky.social · Apr 17

There’s also the issue of perception. A disclaimer like “this headline was written by AI” might be perceived in wildly different ways ---some might dismiss it as garbage, others might assume it’s better than anything a biased human could write.

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Raphael Hernandes @hernandesraph.bsky.social · Apr 17

As AI becomes more pervasive and embedded in different parts of the workflow, we risk cluttering content and distracting the reader. In some cases, it might feel like disclosing that a text was written in Microsoft Word.

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Raphael Hernandes @hernandesraph.bsky.social · Apr 17

→ When we talk about AI applied to journalism, transparency is often cited as a must. I agree with that, of course. However, we also need to be strategic about how we apply it. Total transparency along with every single use sounds good in theory but can be impractical, and even counterproductive.

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Raphael Hernandes @hernandesraph.bsky.social · Apr 17

And that is particularly hard to navigate in a world of under-resourced media where fly-by reporters end up doing a lot of this work. Still, the balance is off.

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Raphael Hernandes @hernandesraph.bsky.social · Apr 17

I'm under no illusion: a lot of this is awfully boring for most readers. It’s easier to get excited about the new tool than the technical and philosophical discussions around it.

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Raphael Hernandes @hernandesraph.bsky.social · Apr 17

We need more reporting that explores tech’s impacts, limitations, and provide broader context.

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Raphael Hernandes @hernandesraph.bsky.social · Apr 17

→ There’s some amazing journalism about AI out there, but overall, we’re doing a bad job. Research shows that coverage is heavily shaped by industry actors in multiple countries. The result? A lot of product launches and how-to pieces that often lack critical perspective.

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Raphael Hernandes @hernandesraph.bsky.social · Apr 17

I was really proud to speak at an event by The Alan Turing Institute last week about AI and journalism.

A couple of points I made:

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Raphael Hernandes @hernandesraph.bsky.social · Apr 2

Next week, I'll speak about AI and Journalism at The Alan Turing Institute! If you're interested, details below:

-> How AI is shaping journalism and journalism is shaping AI

Friday 11 April 2025, 17:00| In-person @ The Royal Institution, London
Register: www.turing.ac.uk/events/how-a...

How AI is shaping journalism and journalism is shaping AI

Please note, this is an in-person event which will take place at The Royal Institution of Great Britain 21 Albemarle Street, London W1S 4BS.

www.turing.ac.uk

Raphael Hernandes @hernandesraph.bsky.social · Apr 1

I have just found out that electric travel kettles exist and found it amusing.

I can understand having a small kettle, but what about the "travel" bit? Is it in case you travel somewhere where there is electricity, but no proper way to prepare tea?

Raphael Hernandes @hernandesraph.bsky.social · Mar 23

Come on! Drop it already

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