About
Our Mission
Fake Lumos was born from the need to combat the growing wave of disinformation in our society. Our mission is to empower people with tools and knowledge to identify and combat fake news.
Through the combination of advanced technology and digital education, we seek to create a more reliable and transparent online environment.
Our Vision
We aspire to create a more conscious and critical society regarding the information it consumes. We envision a future where every citizen has the tools and knowledge necessary to distinguish facts from fiction.
We want to be a reference in the fight against disinformation, contributing to a healthier and fact-based public debate.
Project History
Development Start
The project began as a final work in the discipline "Algorithm, Politics and Society" at UFBA, under the guidance of Prof. Dr. Paulo Fonseca.
AI Development
Implementation of text analysis algorithms and integration with fact-checking APIs to improve verification accuracy.
Launch
Making the tool available to the public, with a focus on usability and accessibility.
Our Team
Technologies Used
Fact-checking
Real-time fact verification using reliable sources
Machine Learning
Machine learning algorithms for pattern analysis
Text Analysis
Text processing and analysis for misinformation detection
Natural Language Processing
NLP for semantic understanding and text analysis
Verification APIs
Integration with fact-checking APIs and real-time search
Data Security
User data protection and privacy