About two-in-three U.S. adults say fake news stories cause a great deal of confusion about the basic facts of current issues. And nearly a quarter say they have ever shared completely made-up news.- 27098Murphy2025-03-20
A unique study of Americans’ online news habits over the course of a week provides a detailed window into how Americans learn about current events in the digital age.- 20564Murphy2025-03-20
Around half of Americans say the question of working conditions is indeed important to them, though fewer are actually willing to pay more to support businesses that are seen as worker-friendly.- 24047Murphy2025-03-20
Blacks were more likely than whites to act upon online news in two particular ways: speaking with someone offline and saving news for later.- 25831Murphy2025-03-20
Health care policy, space and evolution led the way.- 24084Murphy2025-03-20
More than a quarter of owners say they don't use a screen lock or other security features to access their phone, but most are taking at least some steps for security.- 27699Murphy2025-03-20
Here are four key trends illustrating the current technology landscape in America.- 20874Murphy2025-03-20
India and China have long had a competitive relationship and have emerged as major economic powers. But in the digital space, China has a clear advantage.- 27383Murphy2025-03-20
Many Americans do not trust modern institutions to protect their personal data – even as they frequently neglect cybersecurity best practices in their own personal lives.- 27062Murphy2025-03-20
Despite experiences and concerns involving digital privacy, many Americans are not following digital security best practices in their own personal lives.- 22378Murphy2025-03-20
A majority of internet users can answer fewer than half the questions correctly on a difficult knowledge quiz about cybersecurity issues and concepts.- 20599Murphy2025-03-20
Many experts fear uncivil and manipulative behaviors on the internet will persist – and may get worse.- 21529Murphy2025-03-20
Roughly two-thirds of Americans ages 65 and older now get news on a mobile device (67%), a 24-percentage-point increase over the past year.- 25322Murphy2025-03-20
Algorithms can save lives, make things easier and conquer chaos. But experts worry about governmental and corporate control of the data, and how algorithms can produce biased results and worsen digital divides.- 20637Murphy2025-03-20
As the FCC continues to address broadband infrastructure and access, Americans have mixed views on two policies designed to encourage broadband adoption.- 25858Murphy2025-03-20
As the iPhone turns 10 years old this week, take a look back at the broader story about the ways mobile devices have changed how people interact.- 26707Murphy2025-03-20
The growing prevalence of cellphones comes as the typical American household now contains a wide range of connected devices.- 25143Murphy2025-03-20
Many in Europe, the U.S., Canada, Australia and Japan do not report regularly visiting social media sites. But majorities in all of the 14 countries surveyed say they at least use the internet.- 26222Murphy2025-03-20
Some major newspapers reported a sharp jump in digital subscriptions, but the industry as a whole faced ongoing challenges in 2016.- 27918Murphy2025-03-20
In each of 14 countries surveyed in 2016, nearly all people reported owning a mobile phone. But the shares who own a smartphone vary considerably.- 20790Murphy2025-03-20
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Algorithms can save lives, make things easier and conquer chaos. But experts worry about governmental and corporate control of the data, and how algorithms can produce biased results and worsen digital divides.
Majorities of Americans see at least some risk from food produced using hormones, antibiotics, pesticides or artificial ingredients; half the public says that foods with genetically modified ingredients are worse for one's health than foods without.
