The $78 Billion Problem:
CHEQ Research

Delve with us into the findings of a groundbreaking study revealing that a whopping $78 billion is lost annually due to misinformation. From misleading press releases to anti-vaccination stories, fake news wreaks havoc across various sectors, causing stock market volatility and jeopardizing company reputations.

Learn how a single hoax press release led to a 20% drop in shares for a French Construction Company, highlighting the alarming consequences of false information dissemination. Gain insights into the economic and societal ramifications of fake news, as we explore the ripple effects extending beyond immediate financial losses.

Uncover the startling revelation that it only costs an average of $400,000 to influence trade deals or sway political opinions, underscoring the disproportionate impact of misinformation relative to its cost of dissemination.

Join us as we navigate through the complexities of quantifying the long-term damage inflicted by fake news, including its potential implications on health and global trade. Don’t miss this eye-opening discussion shedding light on the hidden dangers of false narratives and their far-reaching consequences.