Insights Public Lecture: Disinformation Online - The Biggest Threat to Public Discourse Ever Seen? by Barbara Spooner

The quality of information in circulation is crucial for society's functioning. However, digitization and reliance on social media and AI provide opportunities for criminals to threaten information systems. It is important to discuss digital safety and its impact on us. Barbara, currently serving as the General Secretary for the World Police Summit, has more than 30 years of experience in Specialist Human Intelligence Operations and Technical Commands in national and international law .. continue reading enforcement, particularly in Serious and Organised Crime. She has also played a key role in developing national policies for women in policing and the strategic equality plan for serious organised crime agency. Barbara's extensive senior leadership experience in national and international policing, including covert operations, operational leadership, programme management, and capability building, led to her recognition as a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in 2014 for her remarkable contributions to leadership for women in law enforcement and covert intelligence operations.