fakeBlock: Protecting You from Misinformation
fakeBlock is a free cross-platform browser extension called that acts as a shield against fake news. It functions similarly to an ad-blocker but specifically targets misinformation. Using a neural network trained on 1.8 million news articles, fakeBlock is able to detect paragraphs that contain false information and hide them from view. To access the hidden information, users can simply click on a button. Additionally, fakeBlock provides a results page with detailed data explaining why the model blocked the information, including probability scores and category tags.
This browser extension is a valuable tool for anyone who wants to avoid being misled by false information while browsing the internet. With fakeBlock, users can have peace of mind knowing that they are protected from the spread of misinformation.
