"EchoCheck: Verifying Citizen Journalism with AI-powered Fact-Checking"

EchoCheck is a web-based platform that empowers citizen journalists to verify their own reporting, using AI-powered fact-checking tools. This service is designed for social media users, bloggers, and freelance journalists who often struggle to verify the accuracy of their sources. EchoCheck’s AI engine scans user-submitted stories for red flags, such as inconsistencies in dates, locations, or quotes, and provides a fact-checking report. The platform also features a community forum where users can discuss and debate the accuracy of reported stories. By leveraging AI and user engagement, EchoCheck aims to promote fact-based reporting and improve the credibility of citizen journalism. To test EchoCheck, we’ll partner with a small group of social media influencers and bloggers to submit their stories for fact-checking, and gather feedback on the platform’s usability and effectiveness.