Twitter Users More Likely Link To Mainstream Media

A recent study by the Pew Research Center has found that links shared by prominent Twitter users are more likely to come from mainstream news sources than those shared on alternative platforms such as Parler and Gab.

The study analyzed the link-sharing behavior of nearly 2,000 Twitter users with at least 10,000 followers and compared it to the link-sharing behavior of a similar number of users on Parler and Gab. It found that links shared by prominent Twitter users were more likely to come from mainstream news sources such as CNN, The New York Times, and The Washington Post.

In contrast, links shared by users on Parler and Gab were more likely to come from alternative and fringe news sources. The study also found that links shared by prominent Twitter users were more likely to be fact-checked and to contain accurate information. In contrast, links shared by users on Parler and Gab were more likely to be misleading or false.

Twitter has long been considered a bastion of free speech and open discussion, but the platform has faced criticism in recent years for its perceived bias against conservative voices. This study suggests that the platform is still a reliable source of information for users, as links shared by prominent Twitter users are more likely to come from credible and reputable sources.

However according to Digital Information World, the study also highlights the importance of media literacy and critical thinking when it comes to evaluating the information we consume online. Users need to be aware of the sources of the information they are consuming, and to fact-check and verify the information before sharing it with others.