TruthTell Hackathon: Pioneering AI Solutions for Real-Time Media Integrity

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, in partnership with the ICEA, launches the TruthTell Hackathon at WAVES 2025 to innovate AI tools for detecting misinformation in live broadcasts, offering a Rs10 lakh prize and mentorship. The initiative garners global interest, emphasizing technology's role in promoting journalism ethics.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 04-02-2025 13:57 IST | Created: 04-02-2025 13:57 IST
TruthTell Hackathon: Pioneering AI Solutions for Real-Time Media Integrity
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The Indian Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, alongside the India Cellular & Electronics Association (ICEA), has unveiled the TruthTell Hackathon. This event is part of the first-ever World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025. The hackathon aims to harness artificial intelligence for the detection of misinformation in the fast-moving domain of live broadcasting, a challenge noted by the Ministry as increasingly critical in today's media landscape.

With misinformation spreading at unprecedented rates, the TruthTell Hackathon invites developers, data scientists, and media professionals to create AI tools that verify content instantaneously. This initiative is designed to enhance trust and transparency within media by protecting viewers from misleading content. Offering a prize pool of Rs10 lakh, it encourages global participation with a goal to elevate journalistic integrity.

Not only will winners gain financial rewards, but they will also receive mentorship and incubation opportunities from top tech experts. With over 5,600 registrations from around the world, and a noteworthy 36% participation by women, the hackathon showcases a significant interest in using technology to bolster media accuracy. Ultimately, the solutions developed are expected to play a vital role in fostering responsible journalism in the digital media era.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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