Report on Disinformation on Social Media Platforms in Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania
14.04.2025
Deliverable 2.4 for the EU-funded project with the ID 118471, coordinated by the University of Tartu (UTARTU).
Marta Vunš | Delfi Estonia
Mari-Liis Somelar | Delfi Estonia
Jānis Sildniks | Delfi Latvia
Aistė Meidutė | Delfi Lithuania
Monika Jakimčukė | Delfi Lithuania
Anastasija Tetarenko | Re:Baltica
This report explores the role of social media platforms in shaping the information landscape in Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, with a focus on the spread of disinformation. We analyse media consumption trends, identifying key differences between national and linguistic groups. The report examines how disinformation circulates on major platforms, including Facebook, TikTok, Telegram, YouTube, and X (Twitter), highlighting common narratives and the most influential accounts spreading misleading content. Additionally, we assess the accountability of social media platforms, their moderation policies, and the challenges of combating disinformation in the region. The data used in this report was collected from September to October 2024.
