Ross Tapsell
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Ross Tapsell
@rosstapsell.bsky.social
Researcher in Southeast Asian studies at the Australian National University. Writes about media, disinformation, tech policy etc
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“Indonesians listen to influencers. The influencers are great at managing the audiences' emotions and can use language that will make people feel closer to them, which is something that politicians are typically not able to do.”
restofworld.org/2024/indones...
Why so many influencers are running for election in Indonesia
More influencers are joining political parties and contesting elections, raising concerns about the spread of misinformation and the lack of leadership.
restofworld.org
December 20, 2024 at 4:24 PM
Reposted by Ross Tapsell
Scoop: #ANU to axe its technology policy centre as the beleaguered institution attempts to dig itself out of a financial hole. Full details in @capitalbrief.com 👇

www.capitalbrief.com/article/anu-...
ANU axes tech policy centre as financial troubles bite
The university is making cuts as it faces a $250 million deficit in its operating budget.
www.capitalbrief.com
December 4, 2024 at 11:00 PM