The French Government has vowed to tackle 'fake news', hoping to prevent people being influenced by misleading stories that disrupt the democratic process. With more people citing social media as their primary news source, people want more government regulatory measures put in place.

The rise of ‘fake news’ has been facilitated by social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter, through which 62% of Americans keep up-to-date with current affairs. To combat misinformation, Userfeeds has created a system built on blockchain tech that promotes content based on reputation.

As most people's trust in the media is at a low ebb, Oxford University has conducted a study over the past three years to find out how truthful the media really is. As a result, they've created a watchlist of dubious news sources, which will help people to discern between real and 'fake news'.

In the wake of the steepest drop in trust in recent history, established business, media, and government institutions are being eyed with suspicion. Canvas8 spoke with Rachel Botsman, author ofWho Can You Trust?, to understand who holds sway in the midst of a global trust implosion.