Roberta Schmid

Managing Editor & VP of Partnerships Germany NewsGuard

Roberta Schmid is Managing Editor & Vice President of Partnerships, Germany & Austria at NewsGuard. She has a bachelor’s degree in political and social studies, and a master’s degree in communication science from the University of Amsterdam. Before taking on her current role, she worked as a journalist and started at NewsGuard in 2021 as an analyst for the Germany team.

Conference Day Two - Wednesday 26th March 2025

2:25 PM PRESENTATION: Identifying & Responding to Misinformation At Scale

  • The rise of mis- and disinformation poses significant threats to individuals, institutions, and governments alike. Led by Newsguard, this session delves into the mechanisms behind disinformation campaigns and explores strategies to mitigate their impact on trust in online spaces.
  • Understand the anatomy of mis- and disinformation campaigns, with illustrative examples of their real-world impact.
  • Analyze the ripple effects of false narratives on users, institutions, and governance structures.
  • Explore the role of trust in fostering safe online communities and how disinformation undermines it.
  • Learn practical techniques to identify and counteract disinformation networks.
  • Gain insights into collaborative approaches with governments and third parties to strengthen enforcement and resilience.


Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Roberta.

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