India
MetaFact is an Indian-based startup with a mission to combat fake news, propaganda, and misinformation through the use of Artificial Intelligence and Natural Language Processing. The company aims to build a self-sustainable, user-friendly ecosystem to raise social media awareness and enhance digital media literacy, particularly in the developing world. Founded in 2017, MetaFact received a Seed Round investment from NDRC on August 22, 2018.
The rising concern of fake news on social media platforms necessitated the development of MetaFact's platform, which offers a range of AI-driven tools to expedite fact-checking processes for journalists. By offering various validation tools, including reverse image search, video validator, GPS locator, weather report, and metadata reader in a single, user-friendly dashboard, MetaFact accelerates the validation process of audio-visual content, making it more reliable. Furthermore, the platform employs AI, NLP, and ML to create a detailed timeline around the content and assess the trustworthiness of the sources, thereby enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of fact-checking.
MetaFact's focus on leveraging advanced technologies to combat misinformation, coupled with its aim to support journalists in mitigating the spread of fake news, positions the company as a promising venture for investors seeking to contribute to the fight against misinformation while tapping into the potential of AI, machine learning, and information technology.
