Bangladesh, Sept. 2 -- In the contemporary world, humanity faces a multitude of crises that seem to converge all at once. Climate change threatens ecosystems and livelihoods. Pandemics highlight the fragility of global health systems. Wars and terrorism continue to displace millions, while widening inequality leaves entire populations struggling with economic despair. Yet, despite these formidable challenges, a recent Pew Research Center survey revealed that adults across 25 countries identify the spread of false information online as the top threat to their societies. At first glance, this seems almost counterintuitive. Why should disinformation be regarded as more dangerous than poverty, pandemics, or environmental collapse? The answer ...